Alfie vs Basil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alfie

Boy #2,042 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf counsel, wise counselor"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,026 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"king, royal"

Origin: Greek

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Alfie Rank #2,042

Basil Rank #2,026

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 vs #2042 for Alfie.

Is Alfie or Basil more popular?

Basil is more popular, ranked #2026 compared to Alfie at #2042 in the United States.

What do Alfie and Basil mean?

Alfie means "elf counsel, wise counselor" (Old English origin). Basil means "king, royal" (Greek origin).

Are Alfie and Basil boy or girl names?

Alfie is primarily a boy name. Basil is primarily a boy name.