Wilfred is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #809 in 1997 with 19 recorded births. This places Wilfred in the top 22% 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. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 35.7%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 16,550 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.