Willebrant

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Willebrand, a Germanic personal name combining 'will' (desire) and 'brand' (sword).

Etymology

Derived from the Germanic elements wil (will, desire) and brand (sword, blade). The surname emerged in the Low Countries and German-speaking regions during the medieval period.

About the Willebrant Surname

A patronymic surname derived from a Germanic personal name popular in medieval times. The name reflects the tradition of naming children after ancestors or desired qualities.

Distribution

Primarily found in the Netherlands and German-speaking areas.

Notable Bearers

Uncertain; likely obscure

People with the Willebrant Surname