Canfield - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Canfield \c(a)-nfie-

is of Middle English origin, and its meaning is "field of reeds". Place name. Dick Canfield was a famous gambler and casino operator in the late 19th century, and the Canfield form of solitaire was named for him.

Similar baby names are Banfield, Garfield, Winfield and Wynfield.

Canfield is an uncommon first name for men but a very common last name for both men and women (#2843 out of 88799). (1990 U.S. Census)

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