π About Alfred
Alfred comes from the Old English ΓlfrΓ¦d (elf + counsel). Alfred the Great, King of Wessex, is the only English monarch called 'the Great.' He defended England against the Vikings and promoted literacy.
π Details
- OriginEnglish/Germanic
- Genderβ Male
- MeaningElf counsel, wise counselor
- Name DayOctober 26
π Variants & Related Names
β Famous People
- Alfred the Great
- Alfred Hitchcock