Alfred vs Elisha

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
Nicknames
Alf, Fred, Freddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alfred Rank #839
Elisha Rank #851

Alfred is more popular, ranked #839 vs #851 for Elisha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alfred ___

  • Alfred James
  • Alfred Edward
  • Alfred William
  • Alfred Thomas
  • Alfred George
  • Alfred Henry

Elisha ___

  • Elisha James
  • Elisha Cole
  • Elisha Dean
  • Elisha Grant
  • Elisha Ray
  • Elisha Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alfred

Eleanor Beatrice Henry Edmund Cecily

If you choose Elisha

Elijah Isaiah Micah Caleb Naomi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alfred or Elisha more popular?

Alfred is more popular, ranked #839 compared to Elisha at #851 in the United States.

What do Alfred and Elisha mean?

Alfred means "wise counselor" (Old English origin). Elisha means "my God is salvation" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alfred and Elisha boy or girl names?

Alfred is primarily a boy name. Elisha is primarily a boy name.

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