Wilford
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Will, desire
Origin: Germanic
Popularity: Ranked #8872 in 2025 with 9 babies born.
History: Wilford is a name with Germanic roots, related to the element 'wil' meaning will, desire.
Similar names: wilfred, willard
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Wilford? About 1 in 369,833 babies born in 2025 were named Wilford, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Wilford
What does the name Wilford mean?
Wilford means “Will, desire” from Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Wilford?
Wilford has Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Will, desire”.
How popular is Wilford?
Wilford ranked #8243 in 2025 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Wilford most popular?
Wilford peaked in 1926 with 276 babies registered that year.
Is Wilford a boy or girl name?
Wilford is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Wilfords in registered births are male.
Is the name Wilford rising or falling in popularity?
Wilford has risen 1393 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9636 in 2020 to #8243 in 2025.
How long has Wilford been recorded?
Wilford appears in birth records across 143 years — from 1880 through 2025.