Rayfield Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rayfield originates from Old English, meaning 'open field associated with roe deer'. It evolved from 'Rægefeld' in Old English to its modern form. The name reflects a connection to nature and open landscapes, with no biblical relevance. Its popularity increased in medieval England as a locational surname.
The name Rayfield is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rayfield has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Rayfield' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1324th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1375th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1440th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2533rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5794th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20994th out of 24088 names. Discover how the name 'Rayfield' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rayfield"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪfiːld/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Rayfield is derived from the Old English elements 'ræge' meaning 'roe deer' and 'feld' meaning 'open country' or 'field'. This suggests a connection to an area where roe deer were common or a flat, open landscape.
Meaning
open field associated with roe deer
Language Evolution
Old English: Rægefeld, Middle English: Rayfeld, Modern English: Rayfield
Historical Usage
Rayfield gained popularity as a surname in England during the medieval period, particularly as a locational name indicating residence near an open field.
Variants & Derivatives
Ray, Rayf, Rayfeild
Modern Popularity & Image
Rayfield is a relatively uncommon name in contemporary usage, often viewed as classic and tied to English heritage.
Famous People
Rayfield Wright, a notable American football player, Rayfield H. A. Johnson, an accomplished civil rights activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rayfield"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rayfield"
"Rayfield" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1324th of 7545 | 482 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1375th of 6773 | 448 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1440th of 7552 | 559 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2533rd of 10718 | 238 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5794th of 16616 | 112 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 20994th of 24088 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Rayfield" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
52.37% 1239th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
60.56% 1425th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
45.50% 1298th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rayfield" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rayfield"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rayfield" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.