Alfonsa

German, feminine variation of Alphonse

Alfonsa Origin and Meaning

The name Alfonsa is a girl's name.

Alfonsa is the feminine form of Alfonso, a name with Germanic origins derived from the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'funs' (ready), combining to mean 'noble and ready' or 'ready for battle.' The name entered wider European usage through Visigothic influence in Spain, where numerous kings bore the name Alfonso. Alfonsa has been most commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries and Italy, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to other feminine forms of masculine names. The name carries an elegant, traditional quality with its classical roots and melodic sound. While not widely used in English-speaking countries, it offers a distinctive option with established historical credentials.

Famous People Named Alfonsa

• Blessed Alfonsa Clerici Italian professed religious
• Isabel Alfonsa María Teresa Antonia Cristina Mercedes Carolina Adelaida Rafaela of Bourbon Two Sicilies, Infanta of Spain, Countess Zamoyska
• María Alfonsa Rosso Spanish actress