Aldred
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About Aldred
Aldred is a masculine name with Anglo-Saxon origins, derived from the Old English elements 'eald' meaning 'old' and 'ræd' meaning 'counsel' or 'wisdom.' Historically significant during the medieval period in England, Aldred was borne by several notable figures including bishops and nobles. The name fell from common usage after the Norman Conquest but has occasionally resurfaced as families rediscover traditional Germanic and Anglo-Saxon names. While never reaching mainstream popularity in modern times, Aldred appeals to parents drawn to vintage names with substantial historical weight. Its straightforward pronunciation and spelling, combined with the distinguished nickname Al, make it accessible despite its antiquity. Aldred conveys dignity and wisdom while maintaining a distinctive quality in today's naming landscape.
Pronounced AWL-dred.
As of October 2026, Aldred ranked #8257 in US births in 1991 SSA, peaked at #2734 in 1917.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Famous Aldreds
- Aldred or Ealdred
11th century Archbishop of York
- Aldred the Scribe
10th century English monk of St. Cuthbert at Chester,le,Street
- Aldred
Bishop of Lindisfarne
- Aldred Scott Warthin
American pathologist called "the father of cancer genetics"
- Aldred Frederick George Beresford Lumley
10th Earl of Scarbrough, Anglo,Irish peer, soldier and landowner
- Ealdred I
ruler of Bamburgh
- Ealdred II
son of Uchtred, ruler of Bamburgh
- Ealdred
king of the Hwicce