Boy
Alphonse
ready for battle
About Alphonse
Sophisticated and decidedly European in flavor, Alphonse carries an old-world elegance that sets it dramatically apart from contemporary naming trends. This choice speaks to parents with refined tastes who aren't afraid to embrace something genuinely uncommon. The name possesses gravitas and intellectual weight, suggesting a person of substance and depth. Alphonse works beautifully for families with French, Italian, or broader European heritage seeking to maintain those cultural connections. The multiple syllables give it a melodious quality, and the soft "ph" adds a gentle touch to its otherwise strong presence. It's the kind of name that might inspire a child to appreciate literature, art, and history. While undeniably formal, Alphonse offers charming nickname possibilities for everyday use, providing both distinction and versatility.
Popularity of the Name Alphonse
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1880 | #382 |
| 1881 | #505 |
| 1882 | #454 |
| 1883 | #481 |
| 1884 | #399 |
| 1885 | #344 |
| 1886 | #453 |
| 1887 | #393 |
| 1888 | #417 |
| 1889 | #446 |
| 1890 | #424 |
| 1891 | #427 |
| 1892 | #405 |
| 1893 | #401 |
| 1894 | #441 |
| 1895 | #383 |
| 1896 | #380 |
| 1897 | #404 |
| 1898 | #345 |
| 1899 | #439 |
| 1900 | #433 |
| 1901 | #335 |
| 1902 | #337 |
| 1903 | #431 |
| 1904 | #335 |
| 1905 | #430 |
| 1906 | #323 |
| 1907 | #406 |
| 1908 | #316 |
| 1909 | #307 |
| 1910 | #329 |
| 1911 | #295 |
| 1912 | #302 |
| 1913 | #277 |
| 1914 | #280 |
| 1915 | #290 |
| 1916 | #294 |
| 1917 | #296 |
| 1918 | #288 |
| 1919 | #304 |
| 1920 | #320 |
| 1921 | #364 |
| 1922 | #347 |
| 1923 | #351 |
| 1924 | #378 |
| 1925 | #359 |
| 1926 | #399 |
| 1927 | #431 |
| 1928 | #396 |
| 1929 | #428 |
| 1930 | #469 |
| 1931 | #396 |
| 1932 | #474 |
| 1933 | #544 |
| 1934 | #490 |
| 1935 | #543 |
| 1936 | #518 |
| 1937 | #631 |
| 1938 | #559 |
| 1939 | #569 |
| 1940 | #591 |
| 1941 | #525 |
| 1942 | #606 |
| 1943 | #669 |
| 1944 | #658 |
| 1945 | #684 |
| 1946 | #704 |
| 1947 | #710 |
| 1948 | #736 |
| 1949 | #691 |
| 1950 | #754 |
| 1951 | #762 |
| 1952 | #745 |
| 1953 | #824 |
| 1954 | #907 |
| 1955 | #835 |
| 1956 | #821 |
| 1957 | #908 |
| 1958 | #914 |
| 1959 | #950 |
| 1961 | #968 |
| 1963 | #983 |
| 1964 | #922 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Alphonse
Names Similar to Alphonse
Nicknames for Alphonse
- Al
- Phon
- Fonzie
- Fonz
Famous People Named Alphonse
| Alphonse Mucha | Czech painter and decorative artist |
| Alphonse de Lamartine | French writer, poet, and politician |
| Alphonse Daudet | French novelist and short story writer |
| Alphonse Areola | French professional footballer |
| Alphonse Juin | French general and military commander |
| Alphonse Karr | French critic, journalist, and novelist |
| Alphonse Gabriel Capone | Al Capone - American gangster and mob boss |
| Alphonse Pyrame de Candolle | Swiss botanist |
| Alphonse Hasselmans | Belgian harpist and composer |
| Alphonse Allais | French writer and humorist |
| Alphonse de Cailleux | French geologist |
| Alphonse Desjardins | Canadian cooperative movement pioneer |
| Alphonse Trémeau de Rochebrune | French botanist and explorer |
| Alphonse-Marie Parent | Canadian journalist and educator |
| Alphonse Laveran | French physician and Nobel laureate |
| Alphonse Bertillon | French forensic document examiner |
| Alphonse Osbert | French Symbolist painter |
| Alphonse Gallegos | American Roman Catholic bishop |
| Alphonse Marie Louis de Prat de Lamartine | French poet and politician |
Characters Named Alphonse
| Alphonse Elric | Character from the anime and manga series "Fullmetal Alchemist" |
| Alphonse Frankenstein | Character from Mary Shelley's novel "Frankenstein" |
| Alphonse van Worden | Protagonist of the novel "The Manuscript Found in Saragossa" by Jan Potocki |
| Alphonse Mouzon | Character in Robert Heinlein's novel "The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress" |
| Alphonse Perrier du von Scheck | Villain in the animated film "Rugrats in Paris - The Movie" |
| Alphonse Murdock | Character in the video game "L.A. Noire" |
| Alphonse Leduc | Character in the novel "Germinal" by Émile Zola |
| Alphonse T. Farnsworth | Character in the TV show "Futurama" |
| Alphonse Gagnon | Character in the Canadian TV series "La Petite Vie" |
| Alphonse Valdez | Character in the novel "Love in the Time of Cholera" by Gabriel García Márquez |
| Alphonse Greengrass | Character in the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling |
| Alphonse La Rue | Character in the TV series "True Blood" |
| Alphonse Budlong | Character in the comic strip "Terry and the Pirates" |
| Alphonse Sterling | Character in the novel "Even Cowgirls Get the Blues" by Tom Robbins |
| Alphonse Zobral | Character in the novel "A Hero of Our Time" by Mikhail Lermontov |
| Alphonse Zadig | Character in the novel "Zadig" by Voltaire |
| Alphonse Montrose | Character in the TV series "Penny Dreadful" |
| Alphonse Matt | Character in the film "Cabin Boy" |
| Alphonse Rolfe | Character in the novel "My Cousin Rachel" by Daphne du Maurier |
| Alphonse Schmidt | Character in the novel "The Trial" by Franz Kafka |