Williemae

Diminutive of Wilhelmina

"resolute protection"

Williemae Origin and Meaning

The name Williemae is a girl's name.

Williemae is a feminine compound name combining the elements 'Willie' (a diminutive of William, meaning 'resolute protector') and 'Mae' (a traditional feminine middle name derived from May, associated with the month and ultimately from the Roman goddess Maia). This naming pattern of combining a first name with 'Mae' or similar elements was particularly common in the early-to-mid 20th century in the United States. Historical records show Williemae had its greatest popularity between the 1910s and 1940s, representing naming conventions of that era. The name has become less common in recent decades as naming trends have shifted. Williemae represents a traditional approach to feminine naming that honored family connections, often preserving a family surname or male name (Willie) while adding a distinctly feminine element (Mae) to create a harmonious full name.

Williemae Rank in US Top 1000

# 978 in the US

Famous People Named Williemae

• Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton American R&B singer
• Willie Mae Ford Smith American gospel singer
• Willie Mae Reid American politician in Chicago