Holding steady.
Popularity of Elfrieda since 1882
Babies named Elfrieda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Elfrieda's real moment was 1896.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 58 |
| 1890s | 177 |
| 1900s | 150 |
| 1910s | 401 |
| 1920s | 364 |
| 1930s | 204 |
| 1940s | 85 |
| 1950s | 48 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Elfrieda is a vintage Germanic name that reached its peak popularity in 1896, according to Social Security data. It has not appeared in the top 1000 since the mid-20th century, reflecting a broader decline in traditional German-inspired names. Despite its rarity, Elfrieda retains a distinct charm for parents seeking an old-world, strong feminine name. Its stable trajectory suggests it remains in occasional use but has not seen a revival like some other 19th-century names.
Elfrieda is a feminine form of the Germanic name Alfred, composed of the elements 'alf' (elf) and 'rad' (counsel). The name was not common in medieval times but saw a revival in the 19th century. It is also sometimes considered a variant of the Old English name Ælfþryð, meaning 'elf strength'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Elfie, Frieda, Freda, Ella
Sibling names for Elfrieda
Names that share Elfrieda's style, for a brother or sister.
