Boy · 583rd of 7,545
Winfield
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
5,206
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1916
Peak Popularity Year
125
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Winfield stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Winfield has its roots in Old English, meaning 'joyful field'. It evolved from Wīnfeld in Old English through Middle English to its current form. The name is associated with traits of happiness and openness, and it does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is viewed as a strong, traditional name today, with notable bearers in history.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈwɪnfiːld/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Winfield is derived from the Old English elements 'wynn', meaning 'joy' or 'bliss', and 'feld', meaning 'open land' or 'field'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'joyful field' or 'field of happiness'.
Meaning
joyful field
Language Evolution
Old English: Wīnfeld, Middle English: Winfeld, Modern English: Winfield
Historical Usage
The name Winfield has been in use since the Middle Ages and gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in England and the United States, as surnames began to be adopted as first names.
Variants & Derivatives
Win, Field, Winnie
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Winfield is often perceived as a traditional and strong name, with a rustic charm. It has a classic appeal and is associated with pastoral imagery.
Famous People
Winfield Scott, an American military leader, Winfield Dunn, a former governor of Tennessee
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 125 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 20 US states, with strongest presence in Maine
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 583rd of 7545 | 1,845 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 821st of 6773 | 1,079 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1132nd of 7552 | 837 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2055th of 10718 | 332 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3829th of 16616 | 215 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 8101st of 24088 | 126 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9573rd of 23106 | 81 |