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Alfred

American  
[al-fred, -frid] / ˈæl frɛd, -frɪd /

noun

  1. a first name: from the Old English words meaning “elf ” and “counsel.”


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“Males do not represent two discrete populations, heterosexual and homosexual,” noted Alfred Kinsey, author of the Kinsey Report and himself bisexual, in 1948.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

Everlane CEO Alfred Chang told External link the publication Retail Dive that Everlane would operate as an independent brand “staying true to our longstanding brand values, sustainability commitments, and exceptional quality.”

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

While fairly light, it’s just compelling enough, thanks largely to its fantastic cast, led by Alfred Molina, Geena Davis and Alfre Woodard.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

Her husband Robert said his son was initially lifeless in his arms, before Alfred started screaming.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

When he returned, Alfred saw other servants standing by the front window.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis

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