Winfield
Meaning of Winfield
The name Winfield is a classic male name of Old English origin, meaning "friend's field" or "wine's field." Pronounced WIN-feeld, it evokes a sense of pastoral beauty and timeless elegance. Historically, the name has seen varied popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 20th century but experiencing a significant decline since then. Despite its rarity in recent years—with only 6 occurrences in 2023—it continues to hold a unique charm for those seeking a distinctive yet traditional name. Common variations include Win, Winnie, Winn, and Winne, offering versatile options for nicknames. The name carries historical weight as well; notable bearers include Winfield Scott Hancock, a prominent U.S. Army officer during the Civil War. Its enduring appeal lies in its blend of strength and gentleness, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for a meaningful and uncommon name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as WIN-feeld (/wɪn.fiːld/)
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Notable People Named Winfield
| Winfield Scott was a prominent American military leader and political figure, serving as Commanding General of the United States Army and running as the Whig Party's presidential nominee in 1852. |
| Winfield Scott Hancock was a distinguished United States Army officer and the Democratic nominee for President of the United States in 1880, known for his leadership during the American Civil War and his service in the military Reconstruction of the South and the U.S.' western expansion. |
| Winfield Scott Stratton was an American prospector, capitalist, and philanthropist known for discovering the Independence Lode and becoming the first millionaire in the Cripple Creek Mining District. |
| Bryant Winfield Culberson Dunn, the 43rd governor of Tennessee, was the state's first Republican governor in fifty years and has remained active in the Republican Party and the medical field since the end of his term. |
| Winfield Townley Scott was an American poet, diarist, newspaperman, and book reviewer. |
| Winfield Scott, also known as Robie Kirk, was an American songwriter and singer known for co-writing hit songs like "Tweedle Dee" and "Return to Sender" for artists like LaVern Baker and Elvis Presley. |
| Winfield Scott Hall was an American physiologist and writer. |
| Winfield W. Scott III - Major General Winfield Wayne Scott III served as the Commander of the Tanker Airlift Control Center at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, overseeing a fleet of over 1,200 aircraft for various global operations. |
| Winfield Scott Chaplin served as the chancellor of Washington University in St. Louis from 1891 to 1907. |
| Winfield Sheehan - Winfield R. Sheehan was a prominent film company executive known for his significant contributions to Fox Film Corporation's output in the 1920s and 1930s. |
| Winfield Braithwaite is a retired Guyanese light-welterweight boxer who won the gold medal at the 1978 Commonwealth Games. |
| Winfield Scott Kerr was an American lawyer and politician who served three terms as a U.S. Representative from Ohio from 1895 to 1901. |
| Winfield S. Braddock served as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. |
| Winfield Scott Angus was an American football and basketball coach, known for his tenure at Eastern Illinois State Teachers College (now Eastern Illinois University) in the 1930s. |
| Winfield Alexander Garnett is a former American football defensive tackle who played at Ohio State and in the NFL, NFL Europe, and the Arena Football League. |
