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What was one of his given names?

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William, or Guillaume, was one of the medieval given names for the future King William the Conqueror. It is derived from the Frankish language, combining the words wil, meaning "will" or "desire," and helm, meaning "helmet" or "protection." The name carries a sense of strength, determination, and protection, reflecting William's character and the eventual power he would attain as the ruler of both Normandy and England.
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