Wilfreda is a lovely and unique name for a baby girl. It has English origins and is derived from the male name Wilfred, which means "desiring peace" or "protection." Despite its masculine roots, Wilfreda has gained popularity as a feminine name. The name Wilfreda is pronounced as wil-FRAY-duh (/wɪlˈfreɪdə/) in English. In terms of associations, Wilfreda exudes strength and elegance. While not very common in recent years, it had some occurrence in the United States during the early 20th century.