Holding steady.
Popularity of Alfreda since 1881
Babies named Alfreda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1958, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Alfreda's real moment was 1925.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 24 |
| 1890s | 164 |
| 1900s | 246 |
| 1910s | 1,180 |
| 1920s | 1,933 |
| 1930s | 1,165 |
| 1940s | 1,253 |
| 1950s | 2,494 |
| 1960s | 1,720 |
| 1970s | 754 |
| 1980s | 319 |
| 1990s | 105 |
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Alfreda is a feminine name that enjoyed its greatest popularity in the early 20th century, with a peak in 1925. Though it has since fallen out of common use, its history is rooted in Old English tradition as the female version of Alfred, a name borne by royalty. The name's trajectory shows steady decline after its peak, reflecting broader trends in vintage names. Its steady but low usage in recent decades makes it a rare choice today.
Alfreda is the feminine form of Alfred, which derives from the Old English elements 'ælf' (elf) and 'ræd' (counsel). The masculine name Alfred was popularized by Alfred the Great, 9th-century king of Wessex. The feminine form emerged in the 19th century and saw notable use in the early 20th century, especially in the United States.
Where Alfreda is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Alfie, Freda, Freddie
Variants: Alfreda
Sibling names for Alfreda
Names that share Alfreda's style, for a brother or sister.
