Ville
VIL-leh
Ville is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Finnish short form of Vilhelm, cognate of William, meaning 'resolute protector' or 'desire/will helmet'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2010.
What Ville Means
“Finnish short form of Vilhelm, cognate of William, meaning 'resolute protector' or 'desire/will helmet'.”
The Story of Ville
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Ville is a name most commonly found in Finland, serving as a short form of Vilhelm. Vilhelm is the Finnish cognate of William, a name of Germanic origin meaning 'resolute protector' or 'desire/will helmet'.
This name suggests a son who is both strong and protective, a guardian with a determined spirit. You envision him facing the world with resilience, always ready to stand up for what he believes in.
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Famous Namesakes
Ville Valo
Finnish singer of the band HIM
Ville Laihiala
Finnish guitarist and vocalist
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 2010
Total Births
15
First Recorded
2007
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