Alf Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationALF / /ælf/Old English; Germanic
Meaning
Old English: elf; Germanic: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alf has roots in Old English and Germanic languages, where it is associated with elves and nobility. It has been used historically in various cultures, often as a diminutive of names like Alfred. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries, particularly in Northern Europe.
Trend Summary
The name Alf has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alfie
International Variants
- Alf (German)
- Alf (Swedish)
Famous people named Alf
Alf Landon was an American politician who served as the Governor of Kansas and was the Republican nominee for President in 1936.
Fictional characters named Alf
Alf is a character from the television series 'ALF', an alien who lives with a suburban family.
Alf is a character in the video game series 'EarthBound', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alf was first seen in the United States in 1880. Alf has ranked as high as #802 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Tennessee, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Alf has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alf (1942)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 7 |
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1883 | 15 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1886 | 9 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1889 | 12 |
| 1890 | 10 |
| 1891 | 11 |
| 1892 | 10 |
| 1893 | 11 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 6 |
| 1896 | 9 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1900 | 8 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 10 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1911 | 19 |
| 1912 | 22 |
| 1913 | 20 |
| 1914 | 27 |
| 1915 | 34 |
| 1916 | 38 |
| 1917 | 36 |
| 1918 | 32 |
| 1919 | 36 |
| 1920 | 26 |
| 1921 | 27 |
| 1922 | 18 |
| 1923 | 27 |
| 1924 | 34 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 25 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 17 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 18 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 12 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 14 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 13 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |