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Alfred is a name of ancient Anglo-Saxon origin that entered usage among Jews in Europe during the 19th and 20th centuries. The name is composed of two elements from Old English: 'Ælf' meaning 'elf' or 'spirit' in the sense of a mythological supernatural being, and 'ræd' meaning 'counsel' or 'advisor'. The combined meaning is 'elf counsel' or 'wise counsel'. The name carries with it a sense of ancient wisdom, prestige, and nobility, and was particularly popular among educated Jewish families who sought respectable European names for their children. In Jewish culture, the name Alfred was adopted primarily by Jews of Western and Central Europe, especially in England, Germany, and Austria. The name symbolized integration into European society while maintaining a clear Jewish identity. Many bearers of the name were famous figures in the fields of science, art, and philosophy, and the name gained status as a distinguished and educated name. In Israel, the name is considered classic and European, carrying with it a nostalgic flavor of the European Jewish world that once was. Although the name is not biblical in origin, it was warmly received by many Jews who saw in it a harmonious blend of European tradition and Jewish values of wisdom and counsel. Today, the name Alfred is considered special and rare in Israel, but it still carries a unique charm of times past. It suits parents looking for a name with an intellectual, classic, and international character, a name that connects the European past with the Israeli present. The name testifies to an appreciation for wisdom, counsel, and deep thought, and is suitable for a child whose parents hope he will possess sharp intellect, analytical ability, and understanding. Alfred is a name that carries with it a rich heritage of culture and science, and it serves as a bridge between the traditional Jewish world and modern European culture.

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Alfred | Alfredo | Alf | Fred | Freddie

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In Kabbalah, the name Alfred carries energy of supreme wisdom and spiritual counsel. The letters Aleph, Lamed, Peh, Resh, and Dalet create a combination symbolizing openness to divine wisdom and the ability to guide others on the path of truth. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Chochmah (Wisdom) and the power of spiritual counsel that illuminates the way for others.

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Alfred Hitchcock - Famous British-American film director | Alfred Nobel - Swedish chemist and founder of the Nobel Prizes | Alfred Adler - Austrian psychologist and founder of individual psychology | Alfred Dreyfus - French Jewish army officer from the Dreyfus Affair | Alfred Einstein - German-American musicologist

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