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William

Meaning

From the Germanic name Willahelm, which was composed of the elements wil "will, desire" and helm "he

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Name Personality

Based on famous people named William and cultural associations, this name tends to be associated with:

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Famous People Named William

William Crossing

William Crossing (1847–1928) was a writer and chronicler of Dartmoor and the lives of its inhabitants.

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William Jardine (merchant)

William Jardine (24 February 1784 – 27 February 1843) was a Scottish physician, opium merchant and trader who co-founded the Hong Kong based conglomerate Jardine, Matheson & Co.

InnovationIntelligenceWisdom

William Ames

William Ames (; Latin: Guilielmus Amesius; 157614 November 1633) was an English Puritan minister, philosopher, and controversialist.

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William Abbot

William Abbot or Abbott (12 June 1790 – 1 June 1843) was an English actor, and a theatrical manager, both in England and the United States.

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William (archbishop of Mainz)

William (929 – 2 March 968) was Archbishop of Mainz from 17 December 954 until his death.

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William in Other Languages

Ancient GermanicWilhelm
BretonGwilherm
CatalanGuillem
CroatianVilma
CzechVilma

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