Alfie vs Nigel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alfie

Boy #2,042 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"elf counsel, wise counselor"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,190 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"champion (from Old Irish Niall)"

Origin: Old Irish via Norman Latin

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Alfie Rank #2,042

Nigel Rank #2,190

Alfie is more popular, ranked #2042 vs #2190 for Nigel.

Is Alfie or Nigel more popular?

Alfie is more popular, ranked #2042 compared to Nigel at #2190 in the United States.

What do Alfie and Nigel mean?

Alfie means "elf counsel, wise counselor" (Old English origin). Nigel means "champion (from Old Irish Niall)" (Old Irish via Norman Latin origin).

Are Alfie and Nigel boy or girl names?

Alfie is primarily a boy name. Nigel is primarily a boy name.