Alfred Lancaster

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alfred Lancaster — elf counsel
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alfred Lancaster is a name that combines English origins. The first name Alfred is a masculine given name of English origin. From Old English Ælfrēd, composed of ælf (elf) and rǣd (counsel). Name of Alfred the Great, king of Wessex and champion of English culture. The surname Lancaster: Alan Lancaster (1949–2021), English bassist Amber Lancaster (born 1980), American actress and model Ann Lancaster (1920–1970), English actress Benjamin Lancaster (1801–1887), British pharmacist Bill Lancaster (aviator) (1898–1933), British aviator Bill Lancaster (1947–1997), American screenwriter Brandon Lancaster, lead vocalist of Lanco Brett Lancaster (born 1979), professional cyclist Burt Lancaster (1913–1994), American actor Callum Lancaster (born 1996), English rugby league footballer Cameron Lancaster (born 1992), English football player Don Lancaster (died 2023), American author and inv. Alfred is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 243K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alfred reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alfred

Meaning: elf counsel

English

From Old English Ælfrēd, composed of ælf (elf) and rǣd (counsel). Name of Alfred the Great, king of Wessex and champion of English culture.

Surname: Lancaster

English

Alan Lancaster (1949–2021), English bassist Amber Lancaster (born 1980), American actress and model Ann Lancaster (1920–1970), English actress Benjamin Lancaster (1801–1887), British pharmacist Bill Lancaster (aviator) (1898–1933), British aviator Bill Lancaster (1947–1997), American screenwriter Brandon Lancaster, lead vocalist of Lanco Brett Lancaster (born 1979), professional cyclist Burt Lancaster (1913–1994), American actor Callum Lancaster (born 1996), English rugby league footballer Cameron Lancaster (born 1992), English football player Don Lancaster (died 2023), American author and inv.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alfred is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alfred by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Alfred Lancaster

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alfred Lancaster:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alfred?
The first name Alfred originates from English. From Old English Ælfrēd, composed of ælf (elf) and rǣd (counsel). Name of Alfred the Great, king of Wessex and champion of English culture.
When was Alfred most popular?
The name Alfred reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lancaster?
The surname Lancaster originates from English. Alan Lancaster (1949–2021), English bassist Amber Lancaster (born 1980), American actress and model Ann Lancaster (1920–1970), English actress Benjamin Lancaster (1801–1887), British pharmacist Bill Lancaster (aviator) (1898–1933), British aviator Bill Lancaster (1947–1997), American screenwriter Brandon Lancaster, lead vocalist of Lanco Brett Lancaster (born 1979), professional cyclist Burt Lancaster (1913–1994), American actor Callum Lancaster (born 1996), English rugby league footballer Cameron Lancaster (born 1992), English football player Don Lancaster (died 2023), American author and inv.
How common is the surname Lancaster?
The surname Lancaster is shared by approximately 32K people worldwide.
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