William

UK
/ˈwɪljəm/
US
/ˈwɪljəm/

Translations

Williamnoun
Williams
pl
UK
/ˈwɪljəm/
US
/ˈwɪljəm/
William is a common name in English-speaking countries.
Уильям - распространенное имя в англоязычных странах.
Williamproper noun
UK
/ˈwɪl.jəm/
US
/ˈwɪl.jəm/
Used as a male given name.

Definitions

Williamnoun
Any man or boy bearing the given name William.
There were four Williams in my graduating class.
Williamproper noun
A male given name of Germanic origin, from wil (“desire, will”) + helm (“helmet, protection”).
William Shakespeare is regarded as one of the greatest playwrights in history.