Alfredo Forde

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alfredo Forde — English
81K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alfredo Forde is a name that combines English origins. The first name Alfredo is a masculine given name of English origin. Alfredo (Italian pronunciation: [alˈfreːdo], Spanish pronunciation: [alˈfɾeðo]) is a cognate of the Anglo-Saxon name Alfred and a common Italian, Galician, Portuguese and Spanish language personal name. The surname Forde: Forde (Irish: Mac Giollarnáth) is an Irish surname derived from a number of Irish families. Mac Giolla Naomh and Mac Giollarnáth "Mac Giolla Naomh," meaning "son of the devotee of the saints" was an Irish clann or sept that originated in southern Connemara, Connacht. Over the years, however, "Mac Giolla Naomh," which was incorrectly transcribed as Mac Giollarnáth, and then erroneously translated as Ford (surname) or Forde, from the resemblance of the final syllable to Áth, a ford (crossing). Alfredo is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 81K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alfredo reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alfredo

English

Alfredo (Italian pronunciation: [alˈfreːdo], Spanish pronunciation: [alˈfɾeðo]) is a cognate of the Anglo-Saxon name Alfred and a common Italian, Galician, Portuguese and Spanish language personal name.

Surname: Forde

Irish

Forde (Irish: Mac Giollarnáth) is an Irish surname derived from a number of Irish families. Mac Giolla Naomh and Mac Giollarnáth "Mac Giolla Naomh," meaning "son of the devotee of the saints" was an Irish clann or sept that originated in southern Connemara, Connacht. Over the years, however, "Mac Giolla Naomh," which was incorrectly transcribed as Mac Giollarnáth, and then erroneously translated as Ford (surname) or Forde, from the resemblance of the final syllable to Áth, a ford (crossing).

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Alfredo Forde

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 Alfredo Forde:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Alfredo?
The first name Alfredo originates from English. Alfredo (Italian pronunciation: [alˈfreːdo], Spanish pronunciation: [alˈfɾeðo]) is a cognate of the Anglo-Saxon name Alfred and a common Italian, Galician, Portuguese and Spanish language personal name.
When was Alfredo most popular?
The name Alfredo reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Forde?
The surname Forde originates from Irish. Forde (Irish: Mac Giollarnáth) is an Irish surname derived from a number of Irish families. Mac Giolla Naomh and Mac Giollarnáth "Mac Giolla Naomh," meaning "son of the devotee of the saints" was an Irish clann or sept that originated in southern Connemara, Connacht. Over the years, however, "Mac Giolla Naomh," which was incorrectly transcribed as Mac Giollarnáth, and then erroneously translated as Ford (surname) or Forde, from the resemblance of the final syllable to Áth, a ford (crossing).
What are the origins of the name Alfredo Forde?
The name Alfredo Forde combines two different traditions: the first name Alfredo has English roots, while the surname Forde originates from Irish.
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