Rayfield
Rayfield Origin and Meaning
Rayfield is a masculine name that originated as an English surname before transitioning to occasional use as a first name. It combines the elements 'ray' (which could relate to the Old English 'ræge' meaning 'roe deer' or possibly a shortened form of Raymond) and 'field,' literally meaning 'deer field' or possibly 'Raymond's field.' As a given name, Rayfield saw modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in African American communities. The name has a dignified, traditional quality with its connection to nature and land. While never widely popular, Rayfield offers a distinctive alternative to more common Ray-derived names, with the strong, rustic imagery of open fields complementing the bright, radiant associations of 'ray.'