Wiliam

Wiliam is a given name variant of William. It is typically considered a misspelling or unconventional spelling of the more common name William, though it may appear as an intentional variant in some families or communities.

The given name William derives from the Old High German Wilhelm, formed from the Germanic elements wil- meaning will or desire, and helm meaning helmet or protection. The spelling Wiliam echoes this lineage only indirectly, and it does not alter the standard etymology of the underlying name.

In usage, Wiliam is most often encountered as a male name in English-speaking countries, likely identified as a miskey or typographical variant in records, inscriptions, and data entry. It is rarely used as a surname, where it would typically indicate a transcription error or a family name modified from William.

There are no widely known historical or contemporary figures whose primary spelling is Wiliam, though individuals with this spelling may exist. In most encyclopedic references, the standard form William is used. Related names include Willem, Wilhelm, Guillaume, Guillermo, and William in various languages.