Wilfred
Boy name · Old english · pronounced WIL-frid
Verified name
What does Wilfred mean?
Desiring peace
Origin and language
Old english
Language family: English
Popularity in the United States
Ranked No. 909 in the U.S. in 2025, so it is uncommon. Source: U.S. Social Security Administration data.
Popularity in England and Wales
No. 113 in England and Wales in 2025
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Related names, nicknames, and variants
Nickname: Wilf, Fredie, Fred
Variant: Wilfrid, Wilfried
Related: Fred, Willi
Using Wilfred across cultures
Anglo-Saxon saint name enjoying UK revival.
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