Whilma

Whilma is a less common variant of the name Wilma, which itself is a short form of Wilhelmina. Wilhelmina is the Latinized feminine form of Wilhelm, a Germanic name composed of the elements 'wil' meaning 'will, desire' and 'helm' meaning 'helmet, protection'. The name has a long history in European royalty and nobility, particularly in Germanic-speaking countries and the Netherlands.

The variant 'Whilma' is likely an anglicized or phonetic spelling that emerged over time, possibly to differentiate it or simply due to regional spelling preferences. While Wilma gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Whilma has remained a much rarer form, often seen as a unique alternative to the more common spelling.