US Popularity Rank: 9514

Origin: German

Meaning: Determined protector

The name Willene is a girl’s name of Old German origin. It is a variant of Wilhelmina, which means “determined protector.” Some other variants of Wilhelmina are Willeen, Wileen, Willa, Willamine, and Willie. The name Willene is not very common nowadays, but it was more popular in the 1930s, giving it a unique vintage appeal.