Wilfred

Boy's name

Wilfred is of Old English origin, derived from the elements "wil" meaning "will, desire" and "frith" meaning "peace."

Meaning Desiring peace
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 20
Peak year 1920

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Notable Namesakes

  • Wilfred Owen - English poet known for WWI poetry.
  • Wilfred Laurier - Canadian Prime Minister from 1896-1911.
  • Wilfred Benitez - Puerto Rican boxer, three-division world champion.
  • Wilfred Burchett - Australian journalist, war correspondent during WWII.
  • Wilfred Rhodes - English cricketer, played for Yorkshire and England.
  • Wilfred Thesiger - British explorer, traveled in Africa and Middle East.
  • Wilfred Pickles - English actor and radio personality.
  • Wilfred Johnson - British politician, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's father.
  • Wilfred Zaha - Ivorian footballer, plays for Crystal Palace and Ivory Coast.
  • Wilfred Ndidi - Nigerian footballer, plays for Leicester City and Nigeria.

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