Alonza Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Alonza is a name of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Gothic 'Alfons,' which means noble and ready. Its evolution includes historical forms such as Alfons and Alfonso. The name is associated with traits of nobility and preparation, though it does not have a biblical background. Alonza gained popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to be recognized and appreciated today.

The name Alonza is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alonza has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Alonza' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1050th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1145th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1088th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1575th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3338th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9304th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Alonza' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alonza"

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Pronunciation

/əˈlɒn.zə/

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Origin

Spanish/Italian

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Etymology

The name Alonza is derived from the Gothic name 'Alfons,' which is composed of the elements 'adal,' meaning noble, and 'funs,' meaning ready or prepared.

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Meaning

noble and ready

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Language Evolution

Alfons (Gothic), Alfonso (Old Spanish), Alonza (modern adaptation)

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Historical Usage

Alonza gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world and has seen usage in various cultures since the Middle Ages, particularly in Italy and Spain.

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Variants & Derivatives

Alfonso, Alfonzo, Alonso, Alonza

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Alonza is viewed as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with nobility and tradition.

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Famous People

Alonza Harris, American politician, Alonza D. Stokes, American educator

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alonza"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Alonza"

"Alonza" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 1050th of 7545 699
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1145th of 6773 646
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 1088th of 7552 910
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1575th of 10718 493
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 3338th of 16616 264
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 9304th of 24088 98
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 20190th of 23106 10
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 33240th of 35406 6

Regional Popularity of "Alonza" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 30.60%
724th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 30.98%
729th/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - 23.38%
667th/2853
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- 60.24%
2098th/3483
31.86%
1121st/3518
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - 48.23%
2505th/5194
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 68.67%
5022nd/7313
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Alonza" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Alonza"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Alonza" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.