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Edin

Derived from the Old English elements 'ælf' meaning elf and 'ræd' meaning counsel, Alferd translates to 'wise counselor' or 'elf counsel.' This name portrays an individual who blends a touch of mystical imagination with a grounded, supportive nature, often sought after for their insightful advice and steady character.

Key Stats

Total births1,385
GenderMale (24% / 76%)
Peak year2004
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded1991
Most recent2025
Syllables2
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 36%TX — 26%CA — 24%MO — 8%VA — 6%

Notable People

Alferd Packer (American prospector and historical figure) · Alfred Hitchcock (Legendary film director of 'The Birds') · Alfred Nobel (Inventor of dynamite and founder of the Nobel Peace Prize) · Alfred Lord Tennyson (Influential Victorian poet) · Alfred Molina (Versatile actor known for 'Frida') · Alfred Pennyworth (The iconic mentor and father figure in the Batman series)

Nicknames & Diminutives

AlAlfAlfieFredFreddie

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