Origin and Meaning of Warfield

From the field of war

Origin: English - Derived from the Old English elements 'waru', meaning 'defense' or 'protection', and 'feld', meaning 'field' or 'open land'.

• Warfield is often used as a surname and has been adopted as a given name in some regions, especially in the United States.
• The name is most commonly associated with Anglo-Saxon heritage and reflects historical ties to feudalism and land ownership.
• Notable bearers of the name include various members of the Warfield family from the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in American history.
• Warfield is relatively uncommon as a first name, with most instances noted in familial or traditional contexts rather than mainstream popularity.
• Variations and related names include Warfe, Warefield, and its potential feminine variant as Warfieldia.