US Popularity Rank: 10746

Origin: Portuguese

Meaning: Will helmet

Gilma is a girl's name derived from the Old Norman Williame, French Guillaume, and German Wilhelm. It comes from the Old German wiljô, meaning "will", and helmaz, which translates to "helmet.” Related to William and Wilma, Gilma is a variant that is particularly popular along the Mediterranean coast in Portugal, Italy, Spain, and even in several South American countries.