Alphonse
a-lphon-se,
al-pho-nse
US Popularity:5416
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 #5416 in U.S. births
Boy:Alphonse is currently #2516 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#2516
in 2025
- 79
from 2024
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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