Wilfred Vincent

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Wilfred Vincent — Germanic
35K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Wilfred Vincent is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Wilfred is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Wilfred is a masculine given name derived from Germanic roots meaning "will" and "peace" (like Old English wil and frið). The name was popular in the United Kingdom in the early twentieth century. Wilfried and its English spelling, Wilfrid, are closely related to Wilfred, with the same roots (Will and Frieden in German). The surname Vincent: A. Vincent (1959–2019), Mathematician, Kollam, Kerala, India A. Vincent, Malayalam film director and cinematographer Alice Vincent (born 1988), English horticulturalist, writer/journalist Anaïs Vincent (born 2000), French Para-cyclist Arthur Vincent (politician), Irish politician and barrister Ashley Vincent, English footballer Bev Vincent (born 1961), Canadian novelist, short story writer and chemist, working in Texas Brooke Vincent (born 1992), English actress Carole Vincent (1939–2019), English sculptor Cerina Vincent (born 1979), American actor and writer Charlotte Vincent, British choreog. Wilfred is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 35K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Wilfred reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Wilfred

Germanic

Wilfred is a masculine given name derived from Germanic roots meaning "will" and "peace" (like Old English wil and frið). The name was popular in the United Kingdom in the early twentieth century. Wilfried and its English spelling, Wilfrid, are closely related to Wilfred, with the same roots (Will and Frieden in German).

Surname: Vincent

Meaning: conquering

French

A. Vincent (1959–2019), Mathematician, Kollam, Kerala, India A. Vincent, Malayalam film director and cinematographer Alice Vincent (born 1988), English horticulturalist, writer/journalist Anaïs Vincent (born 2000), French Para-cyclist Arthur Vincent (politician), Irish politician and barrister Ashley Vincent, English footballer Bev Vincent (born 1961), Canadian novelist, short story writer and chemist, working in Texas Brooke Vincent (born 1992), English actress Carole Vincent (1939–2019), English sculptor Cerina Vincent (born 1979), American actor and writer Charlotte Vincent, British choreog.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Wilfred is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 12%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Wilfred by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Wilfred Vincent

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Wilfred Vincent:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Wilfred?
The first name Wilfred originates from Germanic. Wilfred is a masculine given name derived from Germanic roots meaning "will" and "peace" (like Old English wil and frið). The name was popular in the United Kingdom in the early twentieth century. Wilfried and its English spelling, Wilfrid, are closely related to Wilfred, with the same roots (Will and Frieden in German).
When was Wilfred most popular?
The name Wilfred reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Vincent?
The surname Vincent originates from French. A. Vincent (1959–2019), Mathematician, Kollam, Kerala, India A. Vincent, Malayalam film director and cinematographer Alice Vincent (born 1988), English horticulturalist, writer/journalist Anaïs Vincent (born 2000), French Para-cyclist Arthur Vincent (politician), Irish politician and barrister Ashley Vincent, English footballer Bev Vincent (born 1961), Canadian novelist, short story writer and chemist, working in Texas Brooke Vincent (born 1992), English actress Carole Vincent (1939–2019), English sculptor Cerina Vincent (born 1979), American actor and writer Charlotte Vincent, British choreog.
What are the origins of the name Wilfred Vincent?
The name Wilfred Vincent combines two different traditions: the first name Wilfred has Germanic roots, while the surname Vincent originates from French.
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