Alonso

Meaning noble, ready for battle
Origin German, Spanish
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 6
Syllables 3
Syllabification A-lon-so

About Alonso

This name radiates confidence and classic appeal, having served distinguished individuals across centuries and continents. Alonso combines familiarity with distinction—most people recognize it as a proper name, yet it remains refreshingly uncommon in contemporary settings. The name's three syllables roll smoothly off the tongue, creating a sense of completeness and substance. Parents selecting Alonso often appreciate its European flair and historical pedigree while valuing its perfect functionality in modern American life. It suggests someone cultured and accomplished without implying pretension or exclusivity. Alonso works equally well for a energetic child as for a future professional, maintaining dignity across all contexts. The name offers built-in nickname options while standing strong on its own, giving your son flexibility in how he presents himself throughout different life phases.

Variations of Name Alonso

Alonzo
Alphonse
Alfonso
Alons
Alon
Alfons
Alfie

Nicknames for Alonso

Al
Lon
Lonnie
Alo
Alonso

Famous People Named Alonso

Alonso de OjedaSpanish explorer
Alonso Pérez de GuzmánSpanish nobleman
Alonso DuraldeAmerican film critic
Alonso CanoSpanish painter and sculptor
Alonso MartínezSpanish politician
Alonso de ErcillaSpanish poet
Alonso Alvarez de PinedaSpanish explorer
Alonso del ArcoPeruvian footballer
Alonso MudarraSpanish composer
Alonso Sánchez CoelloSpanish painter
Alonso de BenavidesSpanish Franciscan missionary
Alonso de SalazarSpanish explorer
Alonso de CórdovaChilean actor
Alonso LujambioMexican politician
Alonso de ContrerasSpanish soldier and writer
Alonso MansoSpanish composer
Alonso García de RamónSpanish poet
Alonso de Ercilla y ZúñigaSpanish nobleman and poet
Alonso Álvarez de ToledoSpanish military leader

Characters Named Alonso

Alonso QuixanoDon Quixote
Alonso HarrisTraining Day
Alonso MateoHouse of Cards
Alonso SantoriniAtlantis - The Lost Empire
Alonso BranniganBattlestar Galactica
Alonso GutierrezFriday Night Lights
Alonso Ruiz PalaciosElite
Alonso GranadosLa Reina del Sur
Alonso LaresThe Bold and the Beautiful
Alonso NavarroThe Good Doctor
Alonso MosleyThe Wire
Alonso MathusMerlin
Alonso CrespoJane the Virgin
Alonso BernaldezThe Last Kingdom
Alonso GutiérrezMoney Heist

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Ambrose
Avi
Alvin
Alejandro
Ali
Ares
Arjun
Adam
Austin
Andy