Fred vs Alton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fred

Boy #1,686 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Old High German

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Boy #1,572 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old town, settlement"

Origin: Old English

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Fred Rank #1,686

Alton Rank #1,572

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 vs #1686 for Fred.

Is Fred or Alton more popular?

Alton is more popular, ranked #1572 compared to Fred at #1686 in the United States.

What do Fred and Alton mean?

Fred means "peaceful ruler" (Old High German origin). Alton means "old town, settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Fred and Alton boy or girl names?

Fred is primarily a boy name. Alton is primarily a boy name.