Willems

Willems is a relatively common Dutch and Frisian surname. It is a patronymic name, meaning "son of Willem" or "descendant of Willem." Willem is the Dutch equivalent of the given name William. Therefore, Willems indicates family lineage traced back to someone named Willem. The surname is prevalent throughout the Netherlands and Belgium, and can also be found in other countries due to historical migration patterns. The name can sometimes appear with variations in spelling due to regional dialects or historical transcriptions.