Fields

“A surname used as a given name, referring to open land or fields.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#4790US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

101All-time births

📅 Since 191600

How to pronounce Fields

FEELDZ

/ˈfiːldz/ · stress on FEELDZ · 1 syllable

“A surname used as a given name, referring to open land or fields.”

American origin · Boy name

What does Fields mean and where does it come from?

Fields is primarily a surname that has transitioned into a given name. It is derived from the Old English 'feld' meaning 'open land, field'. This name is more common in English-speaking countries, notably the U.S. and the U.K. Notable people with the surname include those in various professions, inc

Cultural significance

Fields has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a surname used as a given name, referring to open land or fields..

Peak popularity

Reached #3002 in 1924 — currently #4790 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Fields?

Fields works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Fields Grace

How popular is Fields right now?

Rising fast — up 1158 spots — currently #4790 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1925–2023#4790 · Top 3.5%

1925

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4790	21	▲ up 1158 · +40% births
2022	#5948	15	▼ down 95
2021	#5853	15	▲ up 2887 · +88% births
2020	#8740	8	▼ down 625 · -11% births
2015	#8115	9	▼ down 4076 · +50% births
1925	#4039	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Fields

Best Year1925Rank #4039

Peak Count21

Average Rank#6248

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1925 - 20236 years

The story of Fields

Fields entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. With 101 total births recorded, Fields remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4039 in 1925, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #4790 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Fields in 1924:

Robert John William James Charles

Fields by decade

Fields peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	6
1920s	26
1940s	5
1950s	5
2010s ★	51
2020s	8

💎Fields has only 101 total recorded births since 1916 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Fields?

Common

FieFiieFiy

What names sound and feel like Fields?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Fields also consider these

Field

English · Open land, a

Fielder

American · one who works

Fieldon

American · field dweller, one

Shields

Ireland · Son of the

Foulds

International · A International name

Filex

American · To be happy

Folds

International · A International name

Friend

American · English

Common questions about the name Fields

What does the name Fields mean?

Fields means "A surname used as a given name, referring to open land or fields." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Fields?

Fields is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Fields have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Fields?

Fields originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Fields?

Fields is a one-syllable name pronounced F IY1 L D Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Fields sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Fields flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Fields ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.