Back to Baby Names

Peyton vs Alfred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alfred

Boy #839 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wise counselor"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#839
Total SSA Count
293
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Peyton Rank #659
Alfred Rank #839

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 vs #839 for Alfred.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Alfred more popular?

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 compared to Alfred at #839 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Alfred mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Alfred means "wise counselor" (Old English origin).

Are Peyton and Alfred boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Alfred is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons