Meaning Derived from Germanic origin meaning 'will, desire' it is a variant spelling of the English and French William. Origin of Willam German +-100%Zoom level changed to 1 Popular Middle Names Jon, Shaun Pronunciation 🔊 Listen Willam WILL-AM Similar Names Willian Wilson Willem Leaham Liam Willy William-Thomas Bill William William-Edward Year by Year Popularity of Willam