Alphonse
a-lphon-se,
al-pho-nse
US Popularity:5637
Origin:German
Meaning:Noble; Ready for battle; Eager
Alphonse is a masculine name of Old German, Spanish, and Italian origins, meaning “noble” and “ready for battle.” This sweet moniker is thought to be ultimately derived from the Latin Alphonsus and boasts a wide variety of variants, such as Alfonso, Alfonzo, and Alphonso. Notable bearers include French novelist Alphonse Daudet and aeronautical pioneer Alphonse Pénaud. Alphonse also means “eager,” making for a cute name that will prepare your little warrior to face any battle life throws at them.
How Popular Is The Name Alphonse?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Alphonse is currently #4621 on The Bump
Boy:Alphonse is currently #2594 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Alphonse is currently #5637 in U.S. births
Boy:Alphonse is currently #2610 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2610
in 2023
- 123
from 2022
Sources
Ancestry, Alphonse Family History
Ancestry, Alfonso Family History
Behind the Name, Alphonse, July 2017
Behind the Name, Alfonso, December 2022
House of Names, Alphonse History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 333
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