Wilfred is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #976 in 1996 with 14 recorded births. This places Wilfred in the top 26% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 475 births ranking #113. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 22,751 boys born was named Wilfred. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Wilfred is a vintage Old English name meaning desires peace. It feels gentle, thoughtful, and slightly scholarly.
The name has saintly and historical roots in England and now reads as one of the more charming antique revivals. Its calm meaning gives it an appealing softness beneath the formal shape.