Guillermo

Boy's name

Guillermo is a Spanish form of the name William, which is of Germanic origin and means "resolute protector."

Meaning Driven, protection
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 297
Peak year 1998

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Guillermo del Toro - Film director, producer, screenwriter (The Shape of Water)
  • Guillermo Ochoa - Soccer goalkeeper (Mexico national team)
  • Guillermo Vilas - Tennis player, Grand Slam champion
  • Guillermo Francella - Actor, comedian (The Secret in Their Eyes)
  • Guillermo Barros Schelotto - Soccer player, coach (Boca Juniors)
  • Guillermo Coria - Tennis player, French Open finalist
  • Guillermo Rigondeaux - Boxer, two-time Olympic gold medalist
  • Guillermo Canas - Tennis player, ATP Tour titles winner
  • Guillermo Maldonado - Pastor, author, televangelist
  • Guillermo Lasso - President of Ecuador, businessman

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