US Popularity Rank: 1079

Origin: German

Meaning: Ready for battle, eager for war; Brave, noble; Eager

Alonzo is a masculine name of Spanish and German origins. The name means "noble," “brave,” eager,” and "ready for battle" or “eager for war,” and became very popular in the late 1800s. Disney and puppy lovers alike might recall Alonzo as Cruella de Vil's former butler in _101 Dalmatians._ The character displays mighty courage to do what's right even though the consequences of doing so may be far more significant. Literary buffs may also recognize Alonso in Shakespeare's The Tempest; a good and just king who repents his past mistakes. With a name like Alonzo, baby can have the courage to choose between right and wrong without being led astray.