Declining since 1986, #3,658 for boys today.
Popularity of Wilfredo since 1926
Babies named Wilfredo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 70 |
| 1950s | 1,074 |
| 1960s | 1,784 |
| 1970s | 1,751 |
| 1980s | 1,800 |
| 1990s | 1,390 |
| 2000s | 983 |
| 2010s | 509 |
| 2020s | 211 |
Meaning & origin
Wilfredo first entered U.S. birth records in 1926, but its peak came in 1976 when it ranked highest in usage. Since 1986, its popularity has been steadily falling, though it remains a familiar name in Hispanic communities, particularly in Florida, where it saw the highest concentration. In 2025, the name ranked 3,658 with about 1 in every 56,936 newborn boys named Wilfredo. Its trajectory reflects broader trends in Spanish-inflected given names in the United States.
Wilfredo is the Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese form of Wilfred, which derives from the Old English elements 'wil' (will, desire) and 'frithu' (peace). The name was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula through medieval Germanic influence and has been used in Spain, Italy, and Latin America. It has seen moderate usage in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Where Wilfredo is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Wil, Fredo, Willy
Sibling names for Wilfredo
Names that share Wilfredo's style, for a brother or sister.
