Rising since 2004, #2,056 for boys today.
Popularity of Alfie since 1915
Babies named Alfie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 12 | 11 |
| 1920s | 30 | 11 |
| 1930s | 5 | 10 |
| 1940s | 0 | 12 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 24 | 169 |
| 1970s | 52 | 183 |
| 1980s | 0 | 21 |
| 1990s | 0 | 29 |
| 2000s | 0 | 42 |
| 2010s | 0 | 193 |
| 2020s | 5 | 368 |
Meaning & origin
Alfie is a charming diminutive of Alfred that has carved out its own identity as a given name. While it peaked in 2024 at rank 2056, its trajectory has been rising since 2004, indicating a steady uptick in use. The name is especially favored in states like California, New York, and Texas. Historically first recorded in the U.S. in 1917, Alfie enjoyed early 20th-century popularity before a decline, but it has been steadily climbing again over the past two decades. Its whimsical yet grounded feel makes it a favorite among parents seeking a vintage nickname-style name.
Alfie is a diminutive of Alfred, which derives from the Old English name Ælfræd, composed of ælf 'elf' and ræd 'counsel'. Originally an Anglo-Saxon royal name, it became popular again in the 19th century. The short form Alfie emerged as an independent given name in the early 20th century, especially common in Britain.
Where Alfie is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Alfie” around the world
Where Alfie lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Ireland
#36
in 2025
New Zealand
36
babies in 2025
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Australia (NSW)
#96
in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand) · Retraite Québec (Quebec) · NSW Registry of BDM (Australia (NSW)).
Sibling names for Alfie
Names that share Alfie's style, for a brother or sister.
