Boy Name
Wilfrid
"From Old English 'wil' (will/desire) and 'frið' (peace); meaning 'resolute peacemaker' or 'one with strong will for peace'."
About the Name Wilfrid
Meaning
From Old English 'wil' (will/desire) and 'frið' (peace); meaning 'resolute peacemaker' or 'one with strong will for peace'.
Origin
Old EnglishGender
Boy
First Letter
WWilfrid is a boy name of Old English origin. The name means "From Old English 'wil' (will/desire) and 'frið' (peace); meaning 'resolute peacemaker' or 'one with strong will for peace'." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with W or explore other Old English names.
Popularity Over Time
#62 1950
#38 1960
#20 1970
#12 1980
-- 1990
#13 2000
#7 2010
#5 2020
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.
Famous People Named Wilfrid
- WL Wilfrid Laurier (Canadian Prime Minister)