Alfons
Meaning: Bold as wildfire, leaving a lasting impression — the name Alfons embodies this quality
Origin: French
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #768
Total: 189
History: The popularity of Alfons in Finland speaks to its enduring appeal. With 765 bearers in Finland, it strikes a balance between distinctive and familiar. Its sound as comforting as a Finnish sauna on a winter evening. In many ways, it is honored each year through Finland's beloved nimipäivä tradition.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2020) | #415 |
| Babies named Alfons in 2020 | 85 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 2,339 |
| Peak year | 1910 (448 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #97 |
| Years in records | 1900–2020 (13 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Alfons
What does the name Alfons mean?
Alfons means “Bold as wildfire, leaving a lasting impression — the name Alfons embodies this quality” from French roots.
What is the origin of the name Alfons?
Alfons has French origin. The traditional meaning is “Bold as wildfire, leaving a lasting impression — the name Alfons embodies this quality”.
How popular is Alfons in Finland?
Alfons ranked #415 in Finland in 2020 — given to 85 babies that year.
When was Alfons most popular?
Alfons peaked in 1910 with 448 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Alfons a boy or girl name?
Alfons is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Alfonss in registered births are male.
How long has Alfons been recorded in Finland?
Alfons appears in birth records in Finland across 13 years — from 1900 through 2020.