Guillermo

/ɡɪˈlɛrmoʊ/ noun

Definition

A Spanish masculine given name, the Spanish equivalent of the English name 'William.'

Etymology

From Germanic roots 'will' (desire) and 'helm' (helmet/protection), brought to Spain through French 'Guillaume.' Like William, it means 'determined protector' or 'resolute guardian.'

Kelly Says

Names tell migration stories—Guillermo being the Spanish version of William shows how the Normans (French-speaking) brought this Germanic name across Europe, and different languages adapted it to sound native to them.

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