Alfred
boy name#840 in 2025Alfred entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #32 in 1882, ranks #840 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#840
rank today
#32
peak (1882)
293
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #36 |
| 1890s | #39 |
| 1900s | #40 |
| 1910s | #41 |
| 1920s | #42 |
| 1930s | #59 |
| 1940s | #85 |
| 1950s | #116 |
| 1960s | #165 |
| 1970s | #215 |
| 1980s | #291 |
| 1990s | #468 |
| 2000s | #706 |
| 2010s | #882 |
| 2020s | #874 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alfred has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 87,000 people named Alfred are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alfred alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alfred in 2025?
- Alfred ranks #840 among US boy names in 2025, with 293 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alfred most popular?
- Alfred peaked in 1882, reaching #32 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Alfred with classmates?
- Alfred will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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