Boy
Wilfred
Desires peace
About Wilfred
Wilfred represents the perfect renaissance of a classic name, bringing vintage charm into the modern era with remarkable grace. This distinguished choice appeals to parents seeking substance over trends, offering a name with genuine character and staying power.
The name's solid construction provides a foundation of reliability and trustworthiness, qualities that serve well in both personal relationships and professional endeavours. Wilfred suggests someone who values tradition while embracing progress, creating bridges between generations.
Its versatility allows for friendly nicknames like Will or Fred, providing options as your son develops his own identity. The full name maintains dignity and presence, particularly valuable in formal situations throughout adulthood.
Choosing Wilfred demonstrates appreciation for names that have stood the test of time, offering your son a distinguished identity that feels both familiar and special.
Popularity of the Name Wilfred
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #380 | |||
| 1881 | #359 | |||
| 1882 | #388 | |||
| 1883 | #258 | |||
| 1884 | #305 | |||
| 1885 | #276 | |||
| 1886 | #331 | |||
| 1887 | #305 | |||
| 1888 | #301 | |||
| 1889 | #280 | |||
| 1890 | #255 | |||
| 1891 | #256 | |||
| 1892 | #269 | |||
| 1893 | #252 | |||
| 1894 | #267 | |||
| 1895 | #278 | |||
| 1896 | #214 | |||
| 1897 | #261 | |||
| 1898 | #198 | |||
| 1899 | #233 | |||
| 1900 | #223 | #52 | ||
| 1901 | #253 | #50 | ||
| 1902 | #228 | #52 | ||
| 1903 | #229 | #51 | ||
| 1904 | #206 | #60 | ||
| 1905 | #222 | #52 | ||
| 1906 | #227 | #51 | ||
| 1907 | #208 | #66 | ||
| 1908 | #208 | #59 | ||
| 1909 | #230 | #62 | ||
| 1910 | #243 | #66 | ||
| 1911 | #183 | #59 | ||
| 1912 | #185 | #60 | ||
| 1913 | #180 | #58 | ||
| 1914 | #187 | #63 | ||
| 1915 | #181 | #69 | ||
| 1916 | #168 | #54 | ||
| 1917 | #164 | #66 | ||
| 1918 | #179 | #66 | ||
| 1919 | #184 | #70 | ||
| 1920 | #176 | #69 | ||
| 1921 | #189 | #90 | ||
| 1922 | #191 | #87 | ||
| 1923 | #179 | #78 | ||
| 1924 | #194 | #94 | ||
| 1925 | #188 | #85 | ||
| 1926 | #215 | #91 | ||
| 1927 | #194 | #120 | ||
| 1928 | #211 | #101 | ||
| 1929 | #209 | #101 | ||
| 1930 | #216 | #116 | ||
| 1931 | #230 | #127 | ||
| 1932 | #230 | #136 | ||
| 1933 | #251 | #137 | ||
| 1934 | #264 | #139 | ||
| 1935 | #271 | |||
| 1936 | #264 | |||
| 1937 | #274 | #148 | ||
| 1938 | #276 | #130 | ||
| 1939 | #288 | #173 | ||
| 1940 | #313 | |||
| 1941 | #330 | #179 | ||
| 1942 | #329 | |||
| 1943 | #313 | |||
| 1944 | #322 | |||
| 1945 | #349 | |||
| 1946 | #364 | |||
| 1947 | #383 | |||
| 1948 | #397 | |||
| 1949 | #378 | |||
| 1950 | #384 | |||
| 1951 | #385 | |||
| 1952 | #400 | |||
| 1953 | #406 | |||
| 1954 | #451 | |||
| 1955 | #437 | |||
| 1956 | #461 | |||
| 1957 | #442 | |||
| 1958 | #487 | |||
| 1959 | #478 | |||
| 1960 | #503 | |||
| 1961 | #518 | |||
| 1962 | #521 | |||
| 1963 | #523 | |||
| 1964 | #559 | |||
| 1965 | #546 | |||
| 1966 | #556 | |||
| 1967 | #630 | |||
| 1968 | #668 | |||
| 1969 | #655 | |||
| 1970 | #690 | |||
| 1971 | #687 | |||
| 1972 | #765 | |||
| 1973 | #878 | |||
| 1974 | #738 | |||
| 1975 | #944 | |||
| 1976 | #843 | |||
| 1977 | #881 | |||
| 1978 | #926 | |||
| 1979 | #863 | |||
| 1981 | #993 | |||
| 1982 | #844 | |||
| 1983 | #948 | |||
| 1984 | #899 | |||
| 1997 | #884 | |||
| 1998 | #852 | |||
| 1999 | #629 | |||
| 2000 | #746 | |||
| 2001 | #757 | |||
| 2002 | #737 | |||
| 2003 | #529 | |||
| 2004 | #519 | |||
| 2005 | #533 | |||
| 2006 | #588 | |||
| 2007 | #549 | |||
| 2008 | #393 | |||
| 2009 | #347 | |||
| 2010 | #392 | |||
| 2011 | #341 | |||
| 2012 | #319 | |||
| 2013 | #267 | |||
| 2014 | #258 | |||
| 2015 | #208 | |||
| 2016 | #211 | |||
| 2017 | #186 | |||
| 2018 | #163 | #474 | ||
| 2019 | #157 | |||
| 2020 | #159 | |||
| 2021 | #160 | |||
| 2022 | #152 | |||
| 2023 | #134 | |||
| 2024 | #143 | |||
| 2025 | #121 | |||
| 1991 | #765 | |||
| 1992 | #860 | |||
| 1993 | #973 | |||
| 1994 | #782 | |||
| 1995 | #987 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Wilfred
Names Similar to Wilfred
Nicknames for Wilfred
- Will
- Fred
- Wil
- Freddy
- Wilf
