Willy

Willy is a Germanic given name, a diminutive form of Wilhelm, composed of the elements wil (will, desire) and helm (helmet, protection), together conveying the sense of a determined or resolute protector. It has been widely used across English, Dutch, German, and Scandinavian traditions as both an independent given name and a familiar short form. Notable bearers include Willy Brandt, the influential German statesman and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Related forms include Will, Bill, William, Wilhelm, Willem, and Vilhelm.