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Fielding

OriginWord name and surname
Meaning"dweller in the open country"

About Fielding

Fielding is a surname style name, originally given to someone who lived in the country or worked in the fields, however it might also be considered a word name relating to sports such as cricket. Notably borne by Henry Fielding, the author of Tom Jones, it is a literary, sporty and outdoorsy choice.

Given to a handful of boys most years in the US, it has yet to enter the stats for girls, however, it could make an interesting spin of Meadow, Rivers, and Collins.

Pronounced FEEL-ding.

Editor's take: The name Fielding is a girl's name of English origin meaning "dweller in the open country".

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