Alfréd

Alfréd is a masculine given name used in several European languages, notably in Central Europe. It is a variant of Alfred, derived from the Old English name Ælfrēd, which is usually understood as meaning “elf counsel” or “wise elf.” The form has appeared in various languages through Latinized and Christian-era names, and it remains in use in some countries today.

The spelling Alfréd, with an acute on the final e, is common in languages such as Czech, Slovak, and Hungarian, where the name is used as a standard given name. In these contexts it functions as a native form of the broader Alfred family of names. Usage varies by country and era, but Alfréd has appeared in historical records and continues to occur, though it is not among the most common names in contemporary use.

Notable bearers of the name include Hajós Alfréd (1878–1955), a Hungarian swimmer and architect who was the first modern Olympic champion to win gold in two events at the 1896 Athens Games. The name is strongly associated with this historical figure in Hungary and, more broadly, with the Alfred tradition in European name culture.

See also: Alfred (name) for related forms and information on its history and variants. The masculine given name Alfréd reflects how the older Germanic root name has been adapted across languages and periods, maintaining cultural connections to the broader Alfred lineage.