Wilfried
German · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Wilfried
The given name 'Wilfried' is derived from the Old High German words 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'frid' meaning 'peace', thus conveying the meaning of 'desire for peace'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Wilfried' is derived from the Old High German words 'wil' meaning 'will' or 'desire' and 'frid' meaning 'peace', thus conveying the meaning of 'desire for peace'. The name 'Wilfried' has its roots in Germanic cultures and has been used in various forms in Christian traditions, particularly in Germany and other European countries.
Wilfried currently ranks #4,539 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1927.
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