Alphonsus
Meaning of Alphonsus
Alphonsus is a traditional male name with a rich history. It originates from the Germanic name "Adalfuns," which means "noble and ready." This name has various associations across different cultures. In Italian, Alphonsus is pronounced as al-FOHN-soos. The Spanish pronunciation is al-FON-soos, while in English it is pronounced as al-FON-sus. The English pronunciation may vary slightly in different regions but generally follows the same pattern. A variation of this name is Alfonso. In Pennsylvania, there have been occurrences of newborns named Alphonsus over the years, with varying ranks and frequency.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as al-FOHN-soos (/alˈfɔn.sɔs/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as al-FON-soos (/alˈfon.sos/)
English
- Pronunced as al-FON-sus (/ælˈfɒnsəs/)
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Notable People Named Alphonsus
| Alphonsus Liguori, also known as Saint Alphonsus Liguori, was a multi-talented Italian Catholic bishop, theologian, and founder of the Redemptorists. |
| Alphonsus de Guimaraens, also known as Afonso Henrique da Costa Guimarães, was a renowned Brazilian poet. |
