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Afonso

Pronunciation: [ uhf-AHNS-oh ]

Boy Name #30,021 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Afonso is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced uhf-AHNS-oh.

Parents who love the name Afonso often also consider Aba, Macy, Wain .

Popularity Over Time

#30,021
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#30,021
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Afo Afy Afoie Afonie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Afonso

Is Afonso a boy or girl name?
Afonso is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Afonso?
Afonso is pronounced uhf-AHNS-oh.
How popular is the name Afonso?
Afonso is currently ranked #30021 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Afonso?
Common nicknames for Afonso include Afo, Afy, Afoie, and Afonie.
Is Afonso a common or rare name?
Afonso is an uncommon name, ranked #30021 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Afonso

Afonso is a boy name .

Afonso is currently ranked #30,021 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Afonso include Afo, Afy, Afoie, and Afonie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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