Gonzo

Spanish from German

"saved from combat"

Gonzo Origin and Meaning

The name Gonzo is a boy's name.

Gonzo is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. Most prominently, it has Spanish origins as a nickname for Gonzalo, meaning 'battle' or 'strife.' The name gained popular recognition through the eccentric Muppet character Gonzo and the journalistic style termed 'Gonzo journalism' pioneered by Hunter S. Thompson. As a given name, Gonzo remains quite uncommon in formal contexts, more often used as a nickname. It carries connotations of eccentricity, uniqueness, and a free-spirited nature. The name has a distinctly playful and energetic quality that appeals to parents seeking something unconventional. In recent years, it has occasionally appeared as a creative choice for parents drawn to its bold sound and associations with artistic non-conformity.

The name Gonzo in Pop Culture

• Gonzo a Muppet
• George Alonzo "Gonzo" Gates a main character on TV's Trapper John, M.D.
• Gonzo the Mechanical Bastard robot supervillain in DC comics
• Gonzo journalism genre created by Hunter S. Thompson