Open land or pasture
Derived from the Old English word 'feld', it originally described someone who lived or worked in open country as opposed to a wooded area. As a given name, it is a rare nature-inspired choice that transitioned from a topographic surname. It evokes a sense of openness, simplicity, and connection to the landscape.
Less common today
Field isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,565 in 2013.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
American actor known for Pushing Daisies
The neurotic protagonist played by Woody Allen Β· Bananas