NAME PROFILE
Vilma
Vilma is a name of Germanic origin meaning 'determined protector.' It conveys a sense of strength and resilience, suggesting a person who is both nurturing and fierce in defending those they care about.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,989 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1927 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2024 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | German, Italian, Spanish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NY — 30%CA — 25%TX — 22%PA — 12%NJ — 10%
Notable People
Vilma Bánky (Actress, *The Dark Angel*) · Vilma Santos (Actress and Politician, *Ang Tatay Kong Nanay*) · Vilma Cibulskis (Latvian actress known for her work in theater) · Vilma L. M. Nikl (Slovak poet and writer) · Vilma G. DeMarco (Notable social activist)
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