Elfrieda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elfrieda is an Old English name meaning 'elf peace', derived from the elements 'ælf' and 'frīð'. It evolved from Ælfrǣd in Old English through various forms including Alfredeg and Elfreda. The name reflects traits of peace and mystical folklore. While it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in medieval England. Today, it is perceived as an old-fashioned yet charming name, with variants like Elfrida and Alfreda, and is associated with notable figures in literature and education.
The name Elfrieda 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, Elfrieda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Elfrieda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1100th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1905th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5827th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Elfrieda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elfrieda"
Pronunciation
/ɛlˈfriːdə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Elfrieda is derived from the Old English elements 'ælf' meaning 'elf' and 'frīð' meaning 'peace'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'elf peace'.
Meaning
Elf peace
Language Evolution
Ælfrǣd (Old English), Alfredeg (Middle English), Elfreda (Old High German), Elfrieda (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Elfrieda became popular in the early medieval period, particularly in Anglo-Saxon England, where names with the element 'ælf' were common due to the cultural significance of elves in folklore.
Variants & Derivatives
Elfrida, Alfreda, Freida
Modern Popularity & Image
Elfrieda is considered an old-fashioned name today, often viewed as unique and vintage, appealing to those who appreciate historical names.
Famous People
Elfrieda von Nussbaum, a notable poet, Elfrieda B. Schmitt, an influential educator
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elfrieda"
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 "Elfrieda"
"Elfrieda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1100th of 9107 | 803 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1905th of 9204 | 343 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5827th of 12526 | 81 |
Regional Popularity of "Elfrieda" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Elfrieda" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
52.40% 742nd/1416 |
70.78% 976th/1379 |
85.97% 2034th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
72.11% 1122nd/1556 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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 "Elfrieda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elfrieda" 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.