Alfie vs Gene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alfie

Boy #2,042 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elf counsel, wise counselor"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,042
Total SSA Count
74
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Alf

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Gene

Boy #1,910 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"well-born, of noble descent"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,910
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Alfie Rank #2,042
Gene Rank #1,910

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 vs #2042 for Alfie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alfie ___

  • Alfie James
  • Alfie George
  • Alfie William
  • Alfie Thomas
  • Alfie Henry
  • Alfie Jack

Gene ___

  • Gene Paul
  • Gene Thomas
  • Gene Michael
  • Gene Anthony
  • Gene Robert
  • Gene Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alfie

Freddie Archie Bertie Millie Poppy

If you choose Gene

Frank Shirley Rita Roy Joan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alfie or Gene more popular?

Gene is more popular, ranked #1910 compared to Alfie at #2042 in the United States.

What do Alfie and Gene mean?

Alfie means "elf counsel, wise counselor" (Old English origin). Gene means "well-born, of noble descent" (Greek origin).

Are Alfie and Gene boy or girl names?

Alfie is primarily a boy name. Gene is primarily a boy name.

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