Alonzo

How to say it

əˈlɒn.zoʊ

What it means

A Spanish and Italian form of Alphonse, 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle.'

Alonzo is the Spanish and Italian form of Alphonse, from Germanic roots usually read as 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle.' A longtime classic across Spain and Latin America, it has a smooth, confident sound. Lonnie is a short. Said uh-LON-zoh.

How to spell Alonzo

The standard spelling is Alonzo. Common variants include Alonso, Alfonso, Alphonse, but Alonzo is the most widely used form.

Heads-up notes

• Spelling

  A form of Alphonse; also Alonso.

• Worth knowing

  A longtime classic across Spain and Latin America.

Who's worn it

Historical figures, characters, and public faces who share the name. The cultural surface, for whatever weight you want to give it.

• Alonzo Mourning American Basketball Hall of Fame center and NBA champion

Spelling variants

• Alonso
• Alfonso
• Alphonse

Names with the same feeling

• Lorenzo Laurel-crowned
• Alejandro Defender of people
• Fernando Bold voyager
• Mateo Gift of God
• Emiliano Rival, eager

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Common questions

What does the name Alonzo mean?

A Spanish and Italian form of Alphonse, 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle.'

What does Alonzo mean in Spanish?

In Spanish, Alonzo means "Noble and ready." Alonzo is the Spanish and Italian form of Alphonse, from Germanic roots usually read as 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle.' A longtime classic across Spain and Latin America, it has a smooth, confident sound. Lonnie is a short. Said uh-LON-zoh.

How do you pronounce Alonzo?

Alonzo is pronounced əˈlɒn.zoʊ. Say it as a-LON-zo, with the stress on the "lon" syllable.

How do you spell Alonzo?

The standard spelling is Alonzo. Common spelling variants include Alonso, Alfonso, Alphonse.

Is Alonzo a boy or girl name?

Alonzo is traditionally a masculine name.

How popular is the name Alonzo?

Alonzo ranked #511 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.