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Winfield

Winfield is a mature and traditional name for boys. It has a traditional feel, ranking on the top 19,000 list of the Social Security Popularity Index. You can help your son stand out by gifting him with this unique option.

Meaning of the name Winfield:

English: meadow, field, pasture

Origin of the name Winfield:

The baby name Winfield only became a given name in the last couple of centuries. It was originally a surname in England, representing families from several locations in the country. Winfield comes from the Old English words “winn” and “feld.” “Winn” translates to “meadow” or “pasture,” and “feld” means “field.”

Symbolism of the name Winfield:

Winfield translates to “meadow” or “field.” As mentioned, it comes from the Old English words “winn” and “feld.” The term “winn” means “meadow” or “pasture,” “feld” is “field.”

Style of the name Winfield:

Traditional

Gender of the name Winfield:

Winfield is a mature name for boys.

Pronunciation of the name Winfield:

WIN-feeld

Number of syllables in the name Winfield:

Two

Emotion evoked from the name Winfield:

winfield is a mature and formal name for boys. It has an old-fashioned feel.

Alternative spellings for the name Winfield:

  • Winnfield
  • Wynfield
  • Wynnfield

Nicknames for the name Winfield:

  • Winn
  • Wynn 
  • Winnie
  • Winni
  • Field
  • Winny

Popularity of the name Winfield:

Winfield remained on the top 1,000 list of the Social Security Popularity Index until 1953. In 1953, it was number 989. Winfield ranked highest in 1902 at 414. As of 2021, Winfield is a top 19,000 option for boys. More specifically, it is number 18,286.

Related names for the name Winfield:

Great middle names for Winfield and their meanings:

  • Elbert (noble, famous, bright)
  • Shane (God is gracious)
  • Gabe (God is my strength)
  • James (supplanter)
  • Joseph (God will give)
  • Richard (powerful, hardy)
  • Edward (wealthy, prosperous, rich guardian)
  • Robert (bright fame)

Famous people with the name Winfield:

  • Winfield Scott (former presidential candidate)
  • Winfield Hancock (General in the Civil War and War of 1812)
  • Winfield Schley (Admiral in the Spanish-American War)
  • Winfield Hammond (politician, former governor of Minnesota)
  • Winfield Kennedy (academic)
  • Winfield Moore III (rock guitarist)
  • Winfield Durbin (former governor of Indiana)

Winfields in popular culture:

  • Winfield Joad (character from “The Grapes of Wrath”)
  • Winfield (a brand of cigarettes)
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