Wilfie
Old English · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Wilfie
Wilfie is a diminutive form of Wilfred, derived from the Old English elements "wil" (desire/will) and "fred" (peace), meaning "desire for peace." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and gained modest popularity in Britain during the 19th and 20th centuries, though it has no strong association with any particular religion.
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Etymology
Wilfie is a diminutive form of Wilfred, derived from the Old English elements "wil" (desire/will) and "fred" (peace), meaning "desire for peace." The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and gained modest popularity in Britain during the 19th and 20th centuries, though it has no strong association with any particular religion.
Wilfie currently ranks #3,524 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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