Lafonzo

A boy's name of African origin with 5 recorded U.S. births.

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Meaning & Origin

Lafonzo is a three-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 5 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.

Lafonzo is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Lafonzo is a boy's baby name of African American origin, a creative reinvention of Alfonso, meaning 'noble and ready' from Old High German. The La- prefix gives the classic name a fresh, modern sound with distinctive flair.

EtymologyShow more

Lafonzo is cataloged under the African naming tradition. African naming traditions are extraordinarily diverse, often tying a child’s name to circumstances of birth, family aspirations, or spiritual significance.

In the U.S., Lafonzo has been recorded as a boy's name since 1975, with 5 total births. Browse the African names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

Total births

Since 1975

1975

Peak

5 births

1975

First recorded

1 years of data

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Popularity Over Time

Lafonzo has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1975.

First appeared: 1975Peak: 1975 (5 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Lafonzo
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
1970s	5	#5943	—

The Story of Lafonzo

A Gen X name

Peaking in 1975, Lafonzo is a Gen X staple. Boys named Lafonzo are most likely born between 1975 and 1975.

How rare is Lafonzo?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Lafonzo is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1975, peaked in the 1970s with 5 births that decade.

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(1 years, 1975–1975)

Year-by-year popularity data for the name Lafonzo
Year	Births	Rank	Change
1975	5	#5943	—

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lafonzo a boy's or girl's name?

Lafonzo is primarily a boy's name.

When was Lafonzo most popular?

Lafonzo reached its peak popularity in 1975 with 5 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.

How popular is the name Lafonzo?

Lafonzo is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 5 babies in the U.S. since 1975. Its peak was in 1975.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1975–1975