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At a Glance: Name: Alfred – Meaning: elf counsel – Origin: Old English – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: AL-frid
Alfred is an Old English name meaning "elf counsel," pronounced AL-frid (IPA /ælfrɪd/). It sits in timeless, classic and vintage territory, the kind of name with real history behind it rather than something invented for trend's sake.
Meaning & Origin of Alfred
Meaning: Elf counsel.
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Alfred
Phonetic: AL-frid IPA: /ˈælfrɪd/
Popularity of Alfred
Alfred hit its high point at #32 back in 1882, when 523 baby boys were given the name; by 2024 it ranked #838 with 293 babies, a name still in steady if much quieter use across the SSA's 1880-2024 records.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Alfred mean?
Elf counsel. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Alfred)
How do you pronounce Alfred?
Alfred is pronounced AL-frid (IPA: /ˈælfrɪd/).
Is Alfred a popular name right now?
Alfred peaked at #32 in 1882 and is ranked #838 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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