William as a name
William is a male given name that is of Old German origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements “wil”, meaning “will, desire”, and “helm”, meaning “helmet, protection”. The name was introduced to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest of 1066, and it has been a popular name among English speakers ever since.
Famous people with the name William include William Shakespeare, William Wordsworth, William Blake, William Faulkner, and William Henry Gates III (better known as Bill Gates). It is also a popular name among British royals, with several kings and princes bearing the name throughout history.
Variants of the name William include Will, Bill, Liam, Willy, and Willem.
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