Mansfield, of Anglo-Saxon origin, is an uncommon yet distinguished given name for males. It derives from the Old English words 'mann' meaning 'man' and 'feld' signifying 'open country', thus translating to 'open country man'. This name was historically associated with places such as Mansfield in Nottinghamshire, England, which lends it a sense of historic significance. While not widely used today, it retains an air of uniqueness and vintage charm.
The name Mansfield experienced varied popularity over time, with peaks and troughs in birth counts. The highest number of births recorded was 21 in 1917. However, there were periods where the name's popularity waned significantly, such as between 1963 to 1983 when no more than six births were recorded each year. Overall, a total of 513 babies named Mansfield were born during this period.