what does the name velma mean
Velma [vel-ma]â¼ as a girls' name is pronounced VEL-ma. It is of Old German origin, and the meaning of Velma is determined protector. Variant of Wilma. Also possibly a variant of either Selma or Thelma, or possibly a combination of the two. Also form of Wilhelmina. ASSOCIATED WITH determined, protector (defender), combination (blend)