A name that has been whispered throughout history is Alfred. It comes from Anglo-Saxon roots meaning “wise counselor” or “elf counsel,” so it has a magical and wise feel to it. Although King Alfred the Great of England made it popular, this name is usually given to men, but its timeless beauty doesn’t depend on gender. So, this name promises a life full of possibilities and a heart full of wisdom, whether it’s a little one ready for big adventures or a quiet leader.
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Similar Names like Alfred
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| Alfried |
| Alfraid |
| Alfraed |
| Alfrado |
| Alfrad |
| Allfred |
| Alphred |
| Elfred |
More Names Like Alfred That’ll Win Parent’s Heart:
| Albert |
| Arthur |
| Alaric |
| Edward |
| Harold |
| Frederick |
| Wilfred |
| Edmund |
Sibling Name Ideas
Are you trying to find a sibling name for Alfred? Great choices include the following:
| For Boy | For Girl |
| Arthur | Victoria |
| Edward | Elizabeth |
| Henry | Alice |
| Charles | Florence |
| Frederick | Edith |
| George | Beatrice |
| Albert | Margaret |
| Walter | Charlotte |