'alfaje' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'al-fakher,' where 'al-' meant 'the' and 'fakher' meant 'luxury.'

'al-fakher' transformed into the Spanish word 'alfajor,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alfaje.'

Initially, it meant 'luxury sweet,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a specific type of sweet made with honey and almonds.'