Stefan vs Alfred

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Stefan

Boy #1,002 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Slavic Romanian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,002
Total SSA Count
225
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Stefan Rank #1,002
Alfred Rank #839

Alfred is more popular, ranked #839 vs #1002 for Stefan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stefan or Alfred more popular?

Alfred is more popular, ranked #839 compared to Stefan at #1002 in the United States.

What do Stefan and Alfred mean?

Stefan means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin). Alfred means "wise counselor" (Old English origin).

Are Stefan and Alfred boy or girl names?

Stefan is primarily a boy name. Alfred is primarily a boy name.

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