Old English

Alfreda

Pronounced al-FREE-daShare

Meaning: Elf counsel

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 3 syllables

The story

Alfreda is a feminine form of Alfred. It carries the same Old English elements for elf and counsel, rather than an independent modern virtue meaning.

Nicknames

  • Freda
  • Alfie
  • Freddie

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

Origins

Alfreda comes from Old English.

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