Alphonsina
Alphonsina Origin and Meaning
Alphonsina is a feminine name derived from the masculine name Alphonse (or Alfonso), which has Germanic origins from the elements "adal" meaning noble, and "funs" meaning ready or eager. Essentially, the name means "noble and ready" or "ready for battle." Alphonsina represents the feminine Italian or Spanish form of the name, adding the feminine suffix "-ina." The name carries an elegant, classical quality and has historical connections to European nobility, particularly in Spain and Italy. Alphonsina has never been widely popular in English-speaking countries but maintains a timeless charm and sophisticated air. It offers the potential nicknames Alphie, Sina, or Nina.
Famous People Named Alphonsina
- Alfonsina OrsiniRegent of Florence
- Alfonsina StorniArgentine poet
- Alfonsina StradaItalian cyclist