Willehad

Willehad is a traditional German first name for boys, which translates as 'the strong-willed fighter'.

What does the name Willehad mean?

The name Willehad is an ancient German boy's name, meaning 'the strong-willed fighter'. It consists of two Old High German components: 'willio', which means 'the will', 'determination', or 'desire', and 'hadu', which means 'the fight' or 'the battle'. A Danish variant of this name is Villads. Other forms include Willehadus and Willihad. The name gained prominence through Saint Willehad of Bremen, a Christian missionary and the Bishop of Bremen.

Where does the name Willehad come from?

The name Willehad has its roots in Old High German and means 'the strong-willed fighter'. The components consist of 'willio' for 'the will', 'determination', 'desire' (Old High German) and 'hadu' for 'the fight', 'the battle' (Old High German).

How do you pronounce Willehad?

The pronunciation of Willehad is three syllables and features a clear sound structure. It is pronounced as 'Wil-le-had' [ˈvɪləhant], with the short 'i' contributing to a lively sound, while the middle syllable is softly connected. The distinctive ending with '-d' provides a clear conclusion. Willehad conveys an archaic and enduring feeling - a name with a clear syllable structure and historical significance.

When is the name day of Willehad?

The name day for Willehad is celebrated on November 8.

Popularity

In Germany, Willehad is considered a rare first name. In 2007, it ranked 1,124th on the list of the most common male first names. From 1930 to 2024, Willehad was used as a first name in Germany, but it has not been given to newborns in the last ten years. The annual rankings of Willehad in the first name charts of some countries can be found here.

Famous people

• Willehad Eilers (German artist)
• Willehad von Bremen (English bishop)