Alfio Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAL-fee-oh / /ˈæl.fi.oʊ/Italian; Spanish
Meaning
Italian: 'noble'; Spanish: 'elf' or 'supernatural being'
Historical & Cultural Background
Alfio is derived from the Italian name 'Alfio', which is often associated with nobility and has roots in the Latin name 'Alfidius'. The name is also linked to Saint Alfio, one of the three patron saints of the city of Catania in Sicily. In Spanish-speaking cultures, the name can be associated with folklore and mythical beings.
Trend Summary
Alfio has seen moderate popularity in the U.S., particularly among Italian-American families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alfio
- Alfie
International Variants
- Alfie (English)
- Alfio (Italian)
- Alf (German)
Famous people named Alfio
Alfio Giardina was an Italian politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Alfio Russo is an Italian artist recognized for his contemporary paintings.
Alfio C. is a notable Italian chef celebrated for his culinary innovations.
Alfio B. is a prominent Italian musician known for his work in classical music.
Fictional characters named Alfio
Alfio is a character in the animated series 'The Adventures of Tintin', known for his role as a sidekick.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alfio was first seen in the United States in 1915. Alfio has ranked as high as #859 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in Massachusetts, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Alfio has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alfio (1919)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1915 | 6 |
1916 | 6 |
1918 | 14 |
1919 | 11 |
1920 | 11 |
1921 | 8 |
1922 | 9 |
1923 | 12 |
1924 | 8 |
1925 | 12 |
1926 | 9 |
1927 | 12 |
1928 | 7 |
1930 | 6 |
1932 | 5 |
1933 | 5 |
1934 | 6 |
1935 | 6 |
1941 | 6 |
1946 | 5 |
1951 | 5 |
1961 | 6 |
1962 | 5 |
1965 | 8 |
1972 | 5 |
1977 | 5 |
1979 | 5 |