Fiona Wilhelm

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Fiona Wilhelm — fair, white
1.2 million People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1985s Peak popularity
Gender
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Fiona Wilhelm is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Fiona is a feminine given name of Celtic origin. Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world. The surname Wilhelm: Wilhelm is a German given name, and a cognate of the English name William. The feminine form is Wilhelmine. Wilhelm I, (1797–1888), King of Prussia and German Emperor Wilhelm II (1859–1941), grandson of the former, King of Prussia and German Emperor Wilhelm Boger (1906–1977), German police officer and one of the SS staff at Auschwitz concentration camp Wilhelm Burgdorf (1895–1945), Germany Army commander and staff officer during World War II Wilhelm Dörr (Nazi) (1921–1945), German SS and concentration camp officer executed for war crimes Wilhelm Röntgen (1845–1923), German physicist known for . Fiona is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.2 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Fiona reached peak popularity in the 1985s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Fiona

Meaning: fair, white

Celtic

Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world.

Surname: Wilhelm

English

Wilhelm is a German given name, and a cognate of the English name William. The feminine form is Wilhelmine. Wilhelm I, (1797–1888), King of Prussia and German Emperor Wilhelm II (1859–1941), grandson of the former, King of Prussia and German Emperor Wilhelm Boger (1906–1977), German police officer and one of the SS staff at Auschwitz concentration camp Wilhelm Burgdorf (1895–1945), Germany Army commander and staff officer during World War II Wilhelm Dörr (Nazi) (1921–1945), German SS and concentration camp officer executed for war crimes Wilhelm Röntgen (1845–1923), German physicist known for .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Fiona is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 50%
United States 25%
Australia 15%
Ireland 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Fiona by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Fiona has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Fionna
  • Ffiona
  • Fionnghuala

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Fiona Wilhelm:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Fiona?
The first name Fiona originates from Celtic. Coined by Scottish poet James Macpherson in the 18th century for his Ossian cycle, from Gaelic fionn (fair, white). Now widely used across the English-speaking world.
When was Fiona most popular?
The name Fiona reached its peak popularity during the 1985s.
What is the origin of the surname Wilhelm?
The surname Wilhelm originates from English. Wilhelm is a German given name, and a cognate of the English name William. The feminine form is Wilhelmine. Wilhelm I, (1797–1888), King of Prussia and German Emperor Wilhelm II (1859–1941), grandson of the former, King of Prussia and German Emperor Wilhelm Boger (1906–1977), German police officer and one of the SS staff at Auschwitz concentration camp Wilhelm Burgdorf (1895–1945), Germany Army commander and staff officer during World War II Wilhelm Dörr (Nazi) (1921–1945), German SS and concentration camp officer executed for war crimes Wilhelm Röntgen (1845–1923), German physicist known for .
What are the origins of the name Fiona Wilhelm?
The name Fiona Wilhelm combines two different traditions: the first name Fiona has Celtic roots, while the surname Wilhelm originates from English.
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