Wildred
Old English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Wildred
Wildred is an Old English name composed of "wil" (desire/will) and "fred" (peace), meaning "one who desires peace." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and has historical roots in Anglo-Saxon England, with notable bearers including Saint Wilfred of Northumbria (7th century).
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Etymology
Wildred is an Old English name composed of "wil" (desire/will) and "fred" (peace), meaning "one who desires peace." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and has historical roots in Anglo-Saxon England, with notable bearers including Saint Wilfred of Northumbria (7th century).
Wildred currently ranks #5,078 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1919.
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