Wilfert

Patronymic

Meaning

A person with the qualities of will and courage, or derived from a Germanic personal name.

Etymology

Possibly from Germanic elements 'wil' (will, desire) and 'fert' or 'fard' (journey, passage), or from a personal name Wilfert. The surname appears primarily in German-speaking regions.

About the Wilfert Surname

A Germanic surname of uncertain etymology, possibly derived from a personal name or descriptive elements. The name remains relatively uncommon and regionally concentrated.

Distribution

Primarily found in German-speaking regions, particularly Germany.

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers

People with the Wilfert Surname