Alfonso
Alfonso: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ælˈfɑnzoʊ/
Meaning and origin of Alfonso
- A male given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
From Spanish Alfonso and Italian Alfonso. Doublet of Alphonse.
How popular is Alfonso?
Since 1880, 115 girls and 41,464 boys in the U.S. have been named Alfonso (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3858 in 1931. Its highest rank for boys was #294 in 1929. In 2025, 223 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Alfonso FAQ
What does the name Alfonso mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages. From Spanish Alfonso and Italian Alfonso. Doublet of Alphonse.
What is the origin of the name Alfonso?
Alfonso is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Alfonso?
Since 1880, 115 girls and 41,464 boys in the U.S. have been named Alfonso (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3858 in 1931. Its highest rank for boys was #294 in 1929. In 2025, 223 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alfonso a boy or girl name?
Alfonso is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 115 girls and 41,464 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.