| Meaning | elf counsel, wise elf |
| Origin | English, Italian, Spanish |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Al-fre-do |
There's undeniable warmth in this four-syllable name that embraces tradition with open arms. Alfredo carries robust character and substantial presence, the kind of name that announces itself with confidence and stays in memory. The name's full-bodied sound creates impact, suggesting someone of substance and reliability.
This classic choice has proven its staying power across generations and geography, maintaining relevance while never becoming overly common in most regions. Alfredo offers built-in nickname potential, providing options for different contexts and relationships while keeping the formal name available for official use.
The name projects approachability despite its length, inviting connection rather than creating distance. It works exceptionally well for families valuing traditional choices or maintaining cultural connections. Alfredo suggests someone grounded and genuine, qualities reflected in the name's straightforward, honest structure.
Parents selecting this name demonstrate comfort with choices that have history and weight, understanding that not every name needs to be trendy or minimal. The name provides a solid foundation that serves well from childhood through retirement, never feeling inappropriate to any life stage or professional endeavor.
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| Freddy |
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| Alfredo Di Stefano | Argentine football legend |
| Alfredo Kraus | Spanish opera singer |
| Alfredo Aceves | Mexican baseball pitcher |
| Alfredo Ramos Martinez | Mexican painter |
| Alfredo Jaar | Chilean artist and filmmaker |
| Alfredo Talavera | Mexican football goalkeeper |
| Alfredo Angulo | Mexican professional boxer |
| Alfredo Bryce Echenique | Peruvian writer |
| Alfredo Amezaga | Mexican-American baseball player |
| Alfredo Rios Galeana | Mexican revolutionary leader |
| Alfredo Evangelista | Italian former heavyweight boxer |
| Alfredo Ferrari | Son of Enzo Ferrari and vice-chairman of Ferrari S.p.A |
| Alfredo De Stefano | Italian-Argentine actor |
| Alfredo Lim | Filipino politician and former mayor of Manila |
| Alfredo Espino | Salvadoran poet |
| Alfredo Palacios | Argentine politician and advocate for workers' rights |
| Alfredo Morelos | Colombian footballer |
| Alfredo Saenz | Spanish banker and former CEO of Banco Santander |
| Alfredo De Angelis | Argentine tango musician and composer |
| Alfredo Baldomir | Uruguayan President and military leader |
| Alfredo Linguini | Character from the animated film "Ratatouille" |
| Alfredo Aldarisio | Character from the novel "The Count of Monte Cristo" by Alexandre Dumas |
| Alfredo Montaldo | Character from the TV series "Fringe" |
| Alfredo Marquez | Character from the telenovela "Rebelde" |
| Alfredo Sawyer | Character from the film "The Stepford Wives" |
| Alfredo Falcone | Character from the novel "The Godfather" by Mario Puzo |
| Alfredo Castaneda | Character from the TV series "Orange Is the New Black" |
| Alfredo Griffiths | Character from the film "Wild Hogs" |
| Alfredo Calvino | Character from the TV series "Narcos" |
| Alfredo Amat | Character from the film "A Boy and His Dog" |
| Alfredo Ramirez | Character from the novel "The Winter of Frankie Machine" by Don Winslow |
| Alfredo Raines | Character from the film "Police Academy 4 - Citizens on Patrol" |
| Alfredo La Pera | Character from the film "The Aviator" |
| Alfredo Garnet | Character from the TV series "Gotham" |
| Alfredo Delgado | Character from the film "The Devil's Advocate" |
| Alfredo Lombardi | Character from the film "Scent of a Woman" |
| Alfredo Boulton | Character from the TV series "El Cuerpo del Deseo" |
| Alfredo Traps | Character from the film "Analyze This" |
| Alfredo Quintero | Character from the TV series "Dynasty" |
| Alfredo Calleja | Character from the film "The Invisible Guest" |