Wilferd
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Wilferd first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 23 babies have been named Wilferd in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wilferd is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,062 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,062
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Wilferd
Wilferd is a boy name .
Wilferd is currently ranked #20,062 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wilferd include Wil, Wilf, Wilfy, Wilfie, Erd, Erdy, Erdie, Wiy, Wiie, and Wilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Wilferd include Wilfredo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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