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Origin: German

Meaning: Resolute protector, determined protector

Vellma is one of many descendants of Wilhelm and Wilhelmina. Thus, it is a feminine name of German origin derived from the roots wil, "desire," and helm, "protection." For people of a particular generation, Vellma is a name that will bring up memories of waking early at the weekend to watch a marathon of cartoons. One of the classic cartoons is Scooby-Doo, co-starring Velma Dinkley, the genius problem solver with a penchant for dropping her glasses at the most inopportune moment. The Scooby gang are the protectors of the people, something baby Vellma will easily identify with. As your "resolute” and “determined protector," your little one will keep you safe and secure just as you will them.