WILIS
Wilis
Wilis is a British surname with roots that can be traced back to medieval times. The name is thought to have originated from the Old English personal name "Wilis", which is derived from the word "Wilhelm", meaning "resolute protector".
The Wilis family has a long history in Britain, with records showing their presence in various regions across the country. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the surname Wilis have been involved in a variety of occupations and activities. They have contributed to the cultural, social, and economic fabric of British society.
Like many surnames, Wilis has undergone variations in spelling over time, such as Willis, Williss, or Wylis. These variations may have arisen due to factors like regional accents or clerical errors in historical records.
Today, the surname Wilis continues to be borne by individuals around the world, with many descendants of the original Wilis families spread across different countries. The name serves as a reminder of the rich history and heritage of the British people.
There are approximately 11 people named Wilis in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Wilis.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Richard
- Roger
- Sonny
Female
- Patricia
Similar and related surnames
- Wilie
- Wiley
- Wiilis
- Wili
- Whillis
- Wilas
- Wilim
- Wilins
- Wiliss
- Willi
- Willias
- Willie
- Willies
- Willis
- Willise
- Willisee
- Williss
- Willlis
- Willys
- Wily
- Wilz
- Wylies
- Wylis
- Wyllis
- Willas
- Willey
- Willia
- Willice
- Willick
- Willig
- Willim
- Willims
- Willin
- Willins
- Willip
- Willisch
- Willism
- Willits
- Willix
- Willos
- Willy
- Wilse
- Wylie
- Wyllie
- Wyllys
- Wales
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.