Alfredo
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Alfredo is a boy name of Italian origin meaning "Elf counsel, wise as an elf".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Italian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
10 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
Elf counsel, wise as an elf
Etymology
Italian form of Alfred, from Old English Ælfrēd: ælf (elf) + ræd (counsel).
Famous People Named Alfredo
- Alfredo Di Stéfano — Argentine-Spanish association football player (1926–2014)
- Alfredo Casella — Italian composer, pianist and conductor (1883-1947)
- Alfredo Kraus — Spanish tenor (1927–1999)
- Alfredo Catalani — Italian operatic composer (1854-1893)
- Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba — Spanish politician and chemist (1951-2019)
Frequently Asked Questions About Alfredo
What does the name Alfredo mean?
Alfredo means "Elf counsel, wise as an elf", and is of Italian origin.
What is the origin of the name Alfredo?
Alfredo originates from Italian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Alfredo a boy or girl name?
Alfredo is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Alfredo associated with?
Alfredo is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Alfredo?
Yes — notable people named Alfredo include Alfredo Di Stéfano (Argentine-Spanish association football player, 1926–2014), Alfredo Casella (Italian composer, 1883-1947), Alfredo Kraus (Spanish tenor, 1927–1999), Alfredo Catalani (Italian operatic composer, 1854-1893) and Alfredo Pérez Rubalcaba (Spanish politician and chemist, 1951-2019).
Last updated: June 2026