Alphonse
Alphonse: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alphonse
- A male given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
From French Alphonse, from Spanish Alfonso, ultimately from Proto-Germanic *Aþalafunsaz, from *aþalaz + *funsaz. Doublet of Alfonso.
How popular is Alphonse?
Since 1880, 10,590 boys in the U.S. have been named Alphonse. Its highest rank for boys was #277 in 1913. In 2025, 53 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Alphonse FAQ
What does the name Alphonse mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages. From French Alphonse, from Spanish Alfonso, ultimately from Proto-Germanic *Aþalafunsaz, from *aþalaz + *funsaz. Doublet of Alfonso.
What is the origin of the name Alphonse?
Alphonse is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Alphonse?
Since 1880, 10,590 boys in the U.S. have been named Alphonse. Its highest rank for boys was #277 in 1913. In 2025, 53 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Alphonse a boy or girl name?
Alphonse is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 10,590 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.