Elfried
Germanic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Elfried
Elfried is a German name composed of the elements "elf" (meaning "elf" or derived from Old High German "alb," relating to supernatural beings) and "fried" (meaning "peace," from Old High German "fridu"), thus meaning roughly "elf-peace" or one who brings peace.
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Etymology
Elfried is a German name composed of the elements "elf" (meaning "elf" or derived from Old High German "alb," relating to supernatural beings) and "fried" (meaning "peace," from Old High German "fridu"), thus meaning roughly "elf-peace" or one who brings peace. The name is primarily used in Germanic cultures, particularly in German-speaking regions, and has historical ties to medieval Germanic and Old High German naming traditions, though it remains relatively uncommon in modern usage.
Elfried currently ranks #3,345 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1991.
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