Holding steady.
Popularity of Alfonse since 1906
Babies named Alfonse per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1917, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Alfonse's real moment was 1911.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 22 |
| 1910s | 295 |
| 1920s | 384 |
| 1930s | 194 |
| 1940s | 131 |
| 1950s | 139 |
| 1960s | 90 |
| 1970s | 60 |
| 1980s | 42 |
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 11 |
Meaning & origin
Alfonse is a classic Germanic name that reached its peak popularity in the early 20th century, with its highest rank of 860 in 1911 during the 1910s decade. The name has remained stable in usage since then, though it is now quite rare. While it has no recorded top states, its royal and noble associations in medieval Spain give it a dignified air. The variant Alfonso is far more common today, but Alfonse offers a distinctive alternative for those seeking a traditional name with Old World charm.
Alfonse is a variant of Alfonso, derived from the Germanic name Adalfuns, composed of 'adal' (noble) and 'funs' (ready or prompt). The name was borne by numerous medieval kings in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in León, Castile, and Aragon, and spread across Europe through royal and noble families.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Alfie, Fons, Fonzie
Sibling names for Alfonse
Names that share Alfonse's style, for a brother or sister.
