Wilfrid
Pronunciation: [ w-IHLFR-ihd ]
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Wilfrid first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 157 babies have been named Wilfrid in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Wilfrid is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #42,329 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #42,329
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Wilfrid
Wilfrid is a boy name .
Wilfrid is currently ranked #42,329 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Wilfrid include Wil, Wilf, Wilfy, Wilfie, Rid, Ridy, Ridie, Wiy, Wiie, and Wilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Wilfrid include Wilfredo . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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