ALPHONSE
Alphonse
The surname Alphonse is of French origin, derived from the Old French personal name Alfonse, itself derived from the Visigothic Adalfuns, meaning "noble and ready." The surname Alphonse is not as common in Great Britain as it is in France, where it is more prevalent.
Individuals bearing the surname Alphonse can be found across various regions of the United Kingdom, though they are not numerous. The name may have been introduced to the British Isles through migration or by individuals with French ancestry.
The history of the Alphonse surname in Britain is not extensively documented, and the name is not associated with any specific historical events or notable figures within the country.
As with many surnames, the Alphonse name may have undergone various spelling variations over the years. Different branches of the family may have adopted different spellings, leading to variations such as Alfonse or Alphons.
While the surname Alphonse may not be as prominent in British history as some other surnames, individuals bearing this name are part of the diverse tapestry of the country's population and contribute to its rich cultural heritage.
There are approximately 238 people named Alphonse in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Alphonse.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Portugal
Language of origin: Portugese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Albert
- Anthony
- Charles
- Desmond
- John
- Johnson
- Joseph
- Justin
- Leian
- Michael
- Pa
- Paul
- Peter
- Roger
Female
- Alwyn
- Ann
- Caroline
- Flora
- Gillian
- Justine
- Lucy
- Lydia
- Marcela
- Maureen
- Natalie
- Pamela
- Roseline
- Rosemary
- Sherina