Vilma

Vilma is a Germanic feminine name, functioning as a contracted short form of Wilhelmina, itself the feminine equivalent of Wilhelm, composed of the Old High German elements wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection). The name spread widely across Scandinavia, Central Europe, and Latin America as an independent given name rather than merely a nickname. Swedish actress Vilma Jönsson helped bring the name early visibility in the silent film era. Closely related forms include Wilma, Willa, and Mina.