Alfred
Meaning: Elf counsel, wise counselor
Origin: Anglo-Saxon/English
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #487
Total: 477
History: Alfred surged in Finland in the 2010s as a vintage European revival. Alfred Nobel — the dynamite inventor and Peace Prize founder — gives the name Scandinavian scientific heritage. In Finland, where the Nobel Prize is deeply respected, Alfred represents the scientific tradition that shapes Nordic identity.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #13 |
| Babies named Alfred in 2024 | 19 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 8,219 |
| Peak year | 1900 (1,647 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #13 |
| Years in records | 1900–2024 (16 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Alfred
What does the name Alfred mean?
Alfred means “Elf counsel, wise counselor” from Anglo-Saxon/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Alfred?
Alfred has Anglo-Saxon/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Elf counsel, wise counselor”.
How popular is Alfred in Finland?
Alfred ranked #13 in Finland in 2024 — given to 19 babies that year.
When was Alfred most popular?
Alfred peaked in 1900 with 1,647 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Alfred a boy or girl name?
Alfred is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Alfreds in registered births are male.
How long has Alfred been recorded in Finland?
Alfred appears in birth records in Finland across 16 years — from 1900 through 2024.