What does the name Rudolph mean?

The first name Rudolph means “famous wolf”.

Where does the name Rudolph come from?

Rudolph has its roots in Germanic.

Is Rudolph a girls' or boys' name?

Rudolph is a masculine first name (a boys' name).

How popular is Rudolph?

Rudolph is a relatively uncommon first name.

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Rudolph

“famous wolf”

Origin: Germanic
Syllables: 3
Popularity: 30 of 100Uncommon
Nicknames: Rudy
Famous bearers: Rudolph Arthur Marcus Rudolph Lewis Rudolph Maté Rudolph Dirks Rudolph Amandus Philippi Rudolph Joseph Rummel Rudolph Fittig Rudolph Ackermann Rudolph Lambart 10. Earl of Cavan

About the name Rudolph

Rudolph is a masculine first name meaning “famous wolf”, with roots in Germanic. The name has 3 syllables. It is relatively uncommon. Common nicknames include Rudy.

Frequently asked about Rudolph

What does the name Rudolph mean?: The first name Rudolph means “famous wolf”.
Where does the name Rudolph come from?: Rudolph has its roots in Germanic.
Is Rudolph a girls' or boys' name?: Rudolph is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
How popular is Rudolph?: Rudolph is a relatively uncommon first name.

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