Fielding Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFEEL-ding / /ˈfiːldɪŋ/English; Old English
Meaning
English: field dweller; Old English: from the field
Historical & Cultural Background
Fielding is derived from Old English elements, referring to someone who lived near or worked in a field. The name has been used as both a surname and a given name. It gained popularity in England and has been associated with various notable figures throughout history. The name reflects a connection to nature and rural life.
Trend Summary
Fielding is a less common name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
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Famous people named Fielding
Fielding Gray was a notable Scottish politician in the 19th century.
Fictional characters named Fielding
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fielding was first seen in the United States in 1884. Fielding has ranked as high as #1377 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Fielding has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fielding
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 10 |