Alfonsina
al-fon-SEE-nah
Alfonsina is a girl’s name of Germanic origin, meaning “Feminine form of Alfonso, a Germanic name meaning 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1923.
What Alfonsina Means
“Feminine form of Alfonso, a Germanic name meaning 'noble and ready' or 'eager for battle'.”
The Story of Alfonsina
She carries the heart of a poet, the spirit of a modernist, a noble courage ready to face the world with intelligence.
Alfonsina, a feminine variation of Alfonso, is rooted in Germanic elements meaning 'noble' and 'ready' or 'eager for battle.' It was famously borne by Alfonsina Storni, an Argentine poet whose modernist work challenged conventions. The name appeared in records in the early 1910s, peaking in the early 1920s.
When you think of your daughter's creative spark and her strong voice, do you see someone who will express herself with clarity and conviction? Alfonsina is a name for a child who will approach life with intelligent courage and a deep inner strength.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Alfonsina Storni
Argentine poet of the modernist period.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#10 in 1923
Total Births
55
First Recorded
1914
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