MallowbyNames

Wilfrido

wil-FREE-doh · Desiring peace, or one who desires peace.

Peak popularity
1995
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Wilfrido since 1939

Babies named Wilfrido per year in U.S. Social Security records.

6131919401960198020002020Most births 1991Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1930s5
1940s0
1950s0
1960s0
1970s38
1980s80
1990s122
2000s96
2010s18
2020s17

Meaning & origin

Wilfrido is the Spanish form of the Germanic name Wilfried, meaning 'desiring peace.' First recorded in the U.S. in 1939, the name reached its peak popularity in 1995, though it has never entered the top 1000. As of the latest data in 2025, the name's trajectory remains stable, with no significant increase or decline in usage. It has primarily been used in Hispanic communities, particularly in the Philippines and Latin America, though it has not appeared among the top states for naming. Wilfrido remains a distinctive choice that carries a meaningful etymology rooted in peace and desire, offering a classic yet uncommon option for parents seeking a name with cultural depth.

Wilfrido is the Spanish form of the Germanic name Wilfried, derived from the elements 'will' (will, desire) and 'frid' (peace). The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the Philippines and Latin America, as a variant of Wilfredo. It was adopted into Spanish from the German and shares roots with the English name Wilfred.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Wil, Willy, Frido

Variants: Wilfredo, Wilfried, Wilfred

Sibling names for Wilfrido

Names that share Wilfrido's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Wilfrido mean?
Wilfrido means 'desiring peace,' derived from the Germanic elements 'will' (desire) and 'frid' (peace).
How popular is the name Wilfrido?
Wilfrido has not ranked in the U.S. top 1000 in recent years. Its peak year was 1995, according to Social Security data.
Is Wilfrido a boy's name or a girl's name?
Wilfrido is traditionally a masculine name.