Alfred Laws

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alfred Laws — elf counsel
243K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alfred Laws 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 Laws: Annie Laws (1855–1927), American educator, clubwoman Bolitha James Laws (1891–1958), United States federal judge Brian Laws, (born 1961) English football manager and former player David Laws (born 1965), British politician David Laws (rugby league), rugby union and rugby league footballer of the 1980s in Great Britain Don Laws (1929–2014), American figure skater and coach Eloise Laws (born 1943), American jazz and R&B singer George Malcolm Laws (1919–1994), American folklorist Gilbert L. 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: Laws

English

Annie Laws (1855–1927), American educator, clubwoman Bolitha James Laws (1891–1958), United States federal judge Brian Laws, (born 1961) English football manager and former player David Laws (born 1965), British politician David Laws (rugby league), rugby union and rugby league footballer of the 1980s in Great Britain Don Laws (1929–2014), American figure skater and coach Eloise Laws (born 1943), American jazz and R&B singer George Malcolm Laws (1919–1994), American folklorist Gilbert L.

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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 Laws

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 Laws:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Laws?
The surname Laws originates from English. Annie Laws (1855–1927), American educator, clubwoman Bolitha James Laws (1891–1958), United States federal judge Brian Laws, (born 1961) English football manager and former player David Laws (born 1965), British politician David Laws (rugby league), rugby union and rugby league footballer of the 1980s in Great Britain Don Laws (1929–2014), American figure skater and coach Eloise Laws (born 1943), American jazz and R&B singer George Malcolm Laws (1919–1994), American folklorist Gilbert L.
How common is the surname Laws?
The surname Laws is shared by approximately 15K people worldwide.
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