Alfrieda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alfrieda is an Old English name meaning 'elf counsel'. It evolved from historical forms such as Alfrið and Alfryda. The name carries connotations of wisdom and charm, with no direct biblical relevance. Though uncommon today, it has a vintage appeal and has been notably used since the medieval period.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alfrieda"
Pronunciation
/ælˈfriːdə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Alfrieda is derived from the Old English elements 'ælf', meaning 'elf', and 'ræd', meaning 'counsel', thus it can be interpreted as 'elf counsel' or 'wise elf'.
Meaning
elf counsel
Language Evolution
Alfrið, Alfryda, Alfrieda
Historical Usage
Alfrieda has been used since the medieval period, gaining popularity in England during the 19th century as a feminine form of the male name Alfred.
Variants & Derivatives
Alfreda, Alfreeda, Freida
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alfrieda is considered an uncommon name, often associated with vintage charm and uniqueness, appealing to those who appreciate classic names.
Famous People
Alfrieda McKenzie, Alfrieda W. Grubb
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✨ Alfrieda Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 27 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Wisconsin
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alfrieda"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alfrieda"
"Alfrieda" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1965th of 9107 | 329 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2547th of 9204 | 219 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4004th of 12526 | 177 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12628th of 19264 | 24 |
Regional Popularity of "Alfrieda" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Alfrieda" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.17% 1121st/1416 |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
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Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
82.15% 1270th/1546 |
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Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Alfrieda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alfrieda" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Alfrieda" in the United States
The name Alfrieda is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alfrieda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Alfrieda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1965th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2547th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4004th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12628th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Alfrieda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.