Updated November 2023
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English
"elf power"
The name of the mother of Aethelred the Unready was once common among the Anglo-Saxon nobility, and was briefly revived during the 19th century, only to be lost once again to history. However, with…
German
"elf warrior"
This name woould be hard to picture in a contemporary kindergarten, though it does have some cultural cred via Finnish architect and furniture designer Alvar Aalto. Aalto would actually make a more…
Spanish
"elf army"
The final o adds a good measure of attractiveness. Álvaro is well-used Spanish saint's name with a lot of flair that could definitely cross over to more general usage. It reached its peak in the…
Germanic
In Germanic mythology, Alberich is the name of a legendary dwarf king — which is fitting, considering its meaning. Alberich is thought to be the origin of the English names Auberon and Aubrey.
Swedish from Old Norse
"elf + Geat tribe member"
This modern form of the Old Norse name Algautr is popular with parents in Sweden today.
Norse, Swedish, English
A distinguished English surname likely descended from the Nordic name Alvar, meaning "elf warrior". British diplomat Sir Alvary Gascoigne is a notable historical bearer.
Form of Elfrida that has an old-fashioned sound you just might find cool.
"elf counsel"
Short form of Alfred that had fallen out of favor, but could come back alongside Alfie and other clunky old-style nicknames like Gus and Ike.