Alfreda
Alfreda is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Elf counsel or wise adviser.
Origin and history
Alfreda is a feminine name of Old English origin, derived from the elements meaning elf and counsel. It was moderately popular in the early to mid-20th century in the United States, but has since become extremely rare. Today, it is perceived as a classic, vintage name with historic roots.
Popularity in the United States
11,383 babies in the United States have been named Alfreda since 1880. It ranks #1513 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.1 %)
- PA (11.3 %)
- IL (7.1 %)
- AL (6.4 %)
- SC (5.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 24 |
| 1890-1900 | 164 |
| 1900-1910 | 246 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,180 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,933 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,165 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,253 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,494 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,720 |
| 1970-1980 | 754 |
| 1980-1990 | 319 |
| 1990-2000 | 105 |
| 2000-2010 | 16 |
| 2010-2019 | 10 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Alfreda
- Alfreda Benge: Illustrator, Lyricist
Nicknames
Alfie, Freda, Freddie
Fun facts
- Alfreda was created as a feminine variation of the Old English name Alfred.
- The name was most commonly given to girls in the U.S. during the 1910s and 1920s.