Alfred

Alfred (al-frid) is a masculine name in the English, French, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German, Polish, and Dutch languages. Alfred is derived from an Old English name that is composed of elements that mean "elf" and "counsel". This name was rare by the end of the Middle Ages but was revived during the 18th century.

Diminutives: Alf, Alfie, Fred

Feminine Forms: Alfreda, Freda, Freddie