Alf
ALF
Letters
3
Syllables
1
Origin
English
Total Births
1,130
Peak Year
#38 in 1916
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Short form of Alfred, derived from Old English elements 'ælf' meaning 'elf' and 'ræd' meaning 'counsel'. The meaning is 'wise counselor'.
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Alf Clausen
American composer known for 'The Simpsons'
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