Alphonse
Alphonse is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Noble and ready; eager for battle.
Origin and history
Alphonse is a classic masculine name of Old High German origin, entering English predominantly through French usage. It means 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle'. While historically popular in the early 20th century in the United States, it is now a rarely given name.
Popularity in the United States
10,590 babies in the United States have been named Alphonse since 1880. It ranks #1164 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1606.
States where it is most popular
- NY (22.4 %)
- MA (14 %)
- LA (10.5 %)
- CT (7.6 %)
- PA (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 178 |
| 1890-1900 | 218 |
| 1900-1910 | 347 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,326 |
| 1920-1930 | 2,529 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,281 |
| 1940-1950 | 954 |
| 1950-1960 | 760 |
| 1960-1970 | 496 |
| 1970-1980 | 304 |
| 1980-1990 | 239 |
| 1990-2000 | 221 |
| 2000-2010 | 151 |
| 2010-2019 | 265 |
| 2020-2029 | 321 |
Famous people named Alphonse
- Alphonse Daudet: Novelist, Playwright
- Alphonse Mucha: Painter, Illustrator
- Alphonse Areola: Athlete, Soccer Player
Nicknames
Al, Alphie
Fun facts
- The name is closely related to the Spanish and Portuguese name Alfonso, borne by numerous medieval kings.
- Prominent 19th-century French author Alphonse Daudet brought international literary recognition to the name.