The baby name Guillaume is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced French IPA: /ɡijom/; English approximation: "GEE-yohm".
The baby name Guillaume is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced French IPA: /ɡijom/; English approximation: "GEE-yohm".
Guillaume is in Origin.
Guillaume is the French form of William, from Old High German Willahelm (“wil, desire” + “helm, protection”), giving the meaning “resolute protector.” It entered medieval French through Frankish and Norman influence and became a staple of aristocratic and ecclesiastical circles. The name appears in epic and history alike - Guillaume le Conquérant (William the Conqueror), the chanson de geste hero Guillaume d’Orange, and later the poet Guillaume Apollinaire all sustain its prestige.
In the Francophone world (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Quebec), Guillaume has remained familiar, enjoying a late‑20th‑century revival. International counterparts include William, Wilhelm, Willem, Guillermo, Guglielmo, Guillem (Catalan), Guilhem (Occitan), Vilhelm, and Viliam; short forms range from Liam (Irish) to Wim (Dutch). French nicknames include Gui and the affectionate Guigui. Rare feminine or historical variants are Guillaumine and Guillaumette, alongside the related Wilhelmine. The name’s sturdy cadence and timeless “protector” sense keep it appealing across generations and cultures.
| Guillaume Canet Guillaume Canet is a French actor and filmmaker best known for his role in the film 'Tell No One'. He also directed 'Little White Lies' and starred in 'The Beach' alongside Leonardo DiCaprio. | Guillaume Depardieu Guillaume Depardieu was a French actor best known for his role in the film 'Les Misérables' where he played the character of Jean Valjean. He was the son of Gérard Depardieu, another famous French actor. Guillaume's career was marked by his intense performances and his work in films like 'The Count of Monte Cristo'. | Guillaume Gallienne Guillaume Gallienne is a French actor best known for his work in the film 'Me, Myself and Mum', where he played multiple roles, including his own mother. He is also a member of the prestigious Comédie-Française, showcasing his talent in both film and theater. |
| Guillaume Gouix Guillaume Gouix is a French actor known for his roles in films like 'The Returned' and 'Midnight Sun'. Born in 1983, he has made a mark in the French film industry with his compelling performances. His work in 'Jimmy Rivière' is particularly notable. |
| Name | Last Name(s) | Mother | Mother famous for | Fame Level | Father | Father famous for | Fame Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guillaume | Depardieu | Gérard Depardieu | film director | ★★★★★ |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BI | 0 | #12 | 1 | 425 | |
| HT | 0 | #12 | 1 | 399 | |
| HT | Girls | 0 | #21 | 3 | 950 |
| BF | Boys | 0 | #24 | 3 | 439 |
| BI | Boys | 0 | #32 | 12 | 917 |
| HT | Boys | 0 | #32 | 3 | 903 |
| MT | 0 | #43 | 1 | 1,767 | |
| CM | 0 | #50 | 7 | 2,592 | |
| LU | 0 | #53 | 14 | 2,830 | |
| NL | Boys | 2014 | #60 | 7 | 79 |
| CY | 0 | #60 | 1 | 1,632 | |
| JP | 0 | #76 | 2 | 4,057 | |
| AO | 0 | #77 | 1 | 2,729 | |
| MV | Boys | 0 | #79 | 1 | 3,375 |
| CN | 0 | #85 | 2 | 3,857 | |
| TW | 0 | #101 | 3 | 4,523 | |
| HU | 0 | #115 | 1 | 1,675 | |
| OM | 0 | #117 | 5 | 6,215 | |
| MU | 0 | #120 | 17 | 3,613 | |
| LU | Boys | 0 | #124 | 100 | 4,970 |
| EE | Boys | 0 | #125 | 1 | 2,087 |
| Switzerland | Boys | 2024 | #133 | 5 | 1,769 |
| GR | 0 | #134 | 2 | 3,911 | |
| PA | 0 | #138 | 1 | 3,797 | |
| BN | Boys | 0 | #139 | 1 | 6,332 |
| CR | 0 | #165 | 1 | 5,526 | |
| AE | 0 | #167 | 11 | 10,220 | |
| Belgium | Boys | 2024 | #169 | 20 | 401 |
| HU | Boys | 0 | #172 | 3 | 3,954 |
| MT | Boys | 0 | #176 | 4 | 4,064 |
| CZ | 0 | #183 | 4 | 3,154 | |
| CM | Boys | 0 | #186 | 675 | 12,054 |
| AR | 0 | #192 | 2 | 2,915 | |
| RU | 0 | #193 | 2 | 3,641 | |
| DK | 0 | #202 | 5 | 5,198 | |
| SI | Boys | 0 | #210 | 2 | 3,402 |
| PL | 0 | #212 | 1 | 2,600 | |
| BG | Boys | 0 | #220 | 1 | 3,850 |
| PS | 0 | #225 | 2 | 5,692 | |
| IR | 0 | #228 | 4 | 4,221 | |
| MO | Boys | 0 | #228 | 7 | 5,842 |
| MU | Boys | 0 | #235 | 128 | 8,477 |
| AO | Boys | 0 | #241 | 9 | 5,568 |
| PT | 0 | #243 | 8 | 4,161 | |
| EC | Boys | 0 | #246 | 1 | 3,322 |
| GH | 0 | #247 | 2 | 5,396 | |
| TW | Boys | 0 | #248 | 9 | 7,111 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #253 | 1 | 6,830 |
| HR | Boys | 0 | #259 | 1 | 3,997 |
| SG | 0 | #260 | 10 | 11,010 | |
| GR | Boys | 0 | #272 | 2 | 6,912 |
| JP | Boys | 0 | #278 | 20 | 7,909 |
| IL | 0 | #280 | 3 | 6,291 | |
| France | Girls | 1966 | #291 | 3 | 1,232 |
| KZ | Boys | 0 | #296 | 1 | 6,578 |
| Canada | Boys | 2024 | #299 | 8 | 2,588 |
| CZ | Boys | 0 | #299 | 7 | 6,530 |
| CN | Boys | 0 | #301 | 19 | 9,639 |
| AL | Boys | 0 | #303 | 1 | 5,122 |
| France | Boys | 2021 | #308 | 81 | 2,865 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #310 | 16 | 7,401 |
| SA | 0 | #312 | 1 | 10,560 | |
| PL | Boys | 0 | #334 | 7 | 6,459 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #334 | 34 | 7,951 |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #341 | 11 | 8,539 |
| HK | 0 | #349 | 9 | 8,483 | |
| MY | 0 | #354 | 1 | 12,352 | |
| GH | Boys | 0 | #360 | 2 | 8,138 |
| NL | 0 | #370 | 22 | 2,481 | |
| JO | Boys | 0 | #389 | 1 | 7,057 |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #408 | 1 | 11,440 |
| EG | 0 | #412 | 1 | 6,387 | |
| OM | Girls | 0 | #423 | 2 | 15,987 |
| ZA | 0 | #430 | 18 | 14,421 | |
| Spain | 0 | #431 | 22 | 2,326 | |
| CL | 0 | #434 | 1 | 6,867 | |
| SD | Boys | 0 | #466 | 1 | 10,523 |
| PT | Girls | 0 | #471 | 1 | 7,952 |
| AR | Boys | 0 | #483 | 1 | 7,628 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #495 | 33 | 12,905 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #498 | 2 | 7,625 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #504 | 2 | 9,305 |
| CR | Boys | 0 | #505 | 6 | 10,188 |
| CO | 0 | #507 | 4 | 7,768 | |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #522 | 5 | 12,621 |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #555 | 6 | 11,671 |
| PS | Boys | 0 | #558 | 4 | 10,655 |
| IR | Boys | 0 | #559 | 7 | 10,162 |
| LY | 0 | #559 | 1 | 12,703 | |
| KW | Girls | 0 | #560 | 2 | 19,177 |
| BH | 0 | #580 | 8 | 17,937 | |
| IL | Boys | 0 | #621 | 5 | 10,983 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #622 | 1 | 9,244 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #633 | 33 | 13,390 |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| SG | Boys | 0 | #651 | 47 | 17,960 |
| Finland | Boys | 2026 | #675 | 8 | 3,552 |
| IT | 0 | #679 | 36 | 4,183 | |
| LB | 0 | #682 | 9 | 13,263 | |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #691 | 17 | 18,093 |
| NL | Boys | 0 | #721 | 234 | 5,873 |
| KW | Boys | 0 | #755 | 15 | 18,755 |
| SY | 0 | #767 | 1 | 11,684 | |
| BR | Boys | 0 | #780 | 6 | 12,213 |
| TN | 0 | #805 | 25 | 13,765 | |
| Spain | Boys | 0 | #836 | 95 | 5,610 |
| OM | Boys | 0 | #854 | 28 | 17,948 |
| United States | Boys | 2024 | #887 | 6 | 7,044 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #903 | 50 | 5,697 |
| CL | Girls | 0 | #908 | 8 | 14,098 |
| EG | Boys | 0 | #918 | 8 | 15,035 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #926 | 1 | 14,506 |
| NG | Boys | 0 | #938 | 14 | 16,906 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #972 | 11 | 16,355 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #976 | 6 | 15,656 |
| EG | Girls | 0 | #1,009 | 1 | 14,742 |
| IN | Boys | 0 | #1,037 | 3 | 16,750 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,065 | 28 | 22,615 |
| MA | 0 | #1,066 | 63 | 20,986 | |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,067 | 112 | 25,619 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,162 | 15 | 20,130 | |
| MY | Boys | 0 | #1,176 | 7 | 25,439 |
| TR | 0 | #1,253 | 2 | 19,440 | |
| IT | Boys | 0 | #1,340 | 132 | 10,046 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,688 | 4 | 28,008 |
Guillaume is popular in 77 countries — most recent births per country:
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