What does the name Alfred mean?

The first name Alfred means “elf counsel”.

Where does the name Alfred come from?

Alfred has its roots in Old English.

Is Alfred a girls' or boys' name?

Alfred is a masculine first name (a boys' name).

How popular is Alfred?

Alfred is a relatively uncommon first name.

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Alfred

“elf counsel”

Origin: Old English
Syllables: 2
Popularity: 44 of 100Uncommon
Nicknames: Al · Fred
Famous bearers: Alfred Nobel Alfred Hitchcock Alfred Tennyson 1. Baron Tennyson Alfred Adler Alfred Russel Wallace Alfred der Große Alfred de Musset Alfred North Whitehead Alfred Wegener

About the name Alfred

Alfred is a masculine first name meaning “elf counsel”, with roots in Old English. The name has 2 syllables. It is relatively uncommon. Common nicknames include Al, Fred.

Frequently asked about Alfred

What does the name Alfred mean?: The first name Alfred means “elf counsel”.
Where does the name Alfred come from?: Alfred has its roots in Old English.
Is Alfred a girls' or boys' name?: Alfred is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
How popular is Alfred?: Alfred is a relatively uncommon first name.

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