Willi
Meaning of Willi
Willi is a male name with German origins. In German, it is pronounced as VIL-ee (/ˈvɪli/), while in English, it is pronounced as WIL-ee (/ˈwɪli/). A variation of this name is Willie.
In the United States of America, the name Willi has been given to newborn boys since at least 1919. While its popularity has varied over the years, it has consistently remained within the top 10,000 names. In recent years, it has ranked around 5th or 6th most frequently used.
The name Willi carries no specific associations or meanings other than those traditionally associated with William, which means "strong-willed warrior" or "protector". It is a versatile and timeless name that can be suitable for various personalities and backgrounds.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as VIL-ee (/ˈvɪli/)
English
- Pronunced as WIL-ee (/ˈwɪli/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Willi
| Willi Graf - Wilhelm "Willi" Graf was a German member of the White Rose resistance group in Nazi Germany and is considered a martyr by the Catholic Church, with his cause for beatification opened in 2017. |
| Willi Donnell Smith was a pioneering American fashion designer known for founding WilliWear Limited, the first clothing company to offer both womenswear and menswear under the same label, which helped democratize fashion. |
| Willi Geiger was a German painter known for his contributions to the art world. |
| Willi Holdorf was a West German athlete. |
| Willi Wigold was a German footballer who played as a forward for Fortuna Düsseldorf and the Germany national team, winning the 1933 German football championship and representing Germany in four matches between 1932 and 1934. |
| Willi Oueifio is a former Central African professional football player and current coach for Noisiel FC 77. |
| Willi Herren was a German actor and singer. |
| Willi Boltze - Wilhelm Andreas "Willi" Boltze was a German long-distance runner who competed in the men's 5000 metres at the 1928 Summer Olympics and tragically committed suicide in 1937. |
| Willi Wagner - Wilhelm Wagner, a German middle-distance runner, participated in the 1968 and 1972 Summer Olympics, competing in the 3000 metres steeplechase. |
| Willi Gabriel is a German archer who participated in the men's individual event at the 1976 Summer Olympics. |
