How Many People Are Named Alonza?

Complete statistics for the name Alonza: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Alonza
Very Rare
Spanish and Germanic

Alonza has a very classic feel but is quite rare, with only 1,569 people alive in the US today. That's 1 in 210,309 Americans. Most Alonzas are older, with over 75% being over 60.

~1,569
Living in US
1 in 210,309
Americans
1961
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Noble and ready, a variant of Alonzo
🌐
Origin
Spanish and Germanic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Determined Loyal Warm-hearted
6
Life Path Number

The life-path number 6 is traditionally associated with nurturing, responsibility, and a deep sense of care for home and family. People connected to this number tend to be compassionate caretakers who find fulfillment in helping and supporting those around them.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,569
Worldwide Bearers
#171,358
Global Rank
🇯🇲 Jamaica
2
🇮🇹 Italy
1
🇮🇳 India
1
🇵🇰 Pakistan
1
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
1
🇩🇪 Germany
1
🇷🇺 Russia
1
🇸🇬 Singapore
1
🇿🇦 South Africa
1
🇨🇦 Canada
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1,563 (100%)
♀ Female
6 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 79
114
Would be under 30 (3%)
717
Would be 30–60 (22%)
2,480
Would be over 60 (75%)

All 3,311 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1961

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
69
Modern Appeal
31
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Alonza Through the Generations

The name Alonza has a rich history, peaking in 1961 with 60 births, but its current population of 1,569 is significantly lower than its all-time high. This decline is notable, especially considering that 75% of those named Alonza are over 60, indicating a strong older generation presence. The stark contrast between the peak year and the current living count underscores the name's journey from a more common choice to a rarity today. The average age of 79 also highlights the generational shift, with a majority of Alonzas being part of the older demographic.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

North Carolina 432
Georgia 385
Alabama 218
Virginia 197
South Carolina 98
Florida 78
New York 6
Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Alonza

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Alonza's Spanish and Germanic roots

📄 About the Name Alonza

How Many People Have the Name Alonza?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,569 people in the United States currently share the name Alonza. That works out to roughly 1 in every 210,309 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Alonza a Common or Rare Name?

Alonza is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Alonza Mean?

Alonza means "Noble and ready, a variant of Alonzo" and comes from Spanish and Germanic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Alonza in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Alonza Most Popular?

The name Alonza reached peak popularity in 1961, with 60 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Alonza?

Approximately 1,569 people named Alonza live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,311. That works out to roughly 1 in 210,309 Americans.

Is Alonza a rare name?

Alonza is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 210,309 Americans has this name.

What does the name Alonza mean?

Alonza means "Noble and ready, a variant of Alonzo" and comes from Spanish and Germanic origins.

Is Alonza more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Alonza are male and 0% are female.

When was Alonza most popular?

Alonza peaked in 1961 with 60 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,569
All-Time Births3,311
1 in X1 in 210,309
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age79
Peak Year1961
World Rank#171,358
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.