Meaning: Desire or will + peace
The story
Wilfred is an English name built from Old English words for desire or will and peace. Desiring peace is a traditional interpretation of that compound.
Nicknames
- Wil
- Will
- Fred
- Freddie
Spellings & variants
- Wilfrid
Popularity
Rare gem
Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.
Style
Origins
Wilfred comes from English.
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