NAME PROFILE
Rudolf
Rudolf is a Germanic name meaning 'famous wolf,' derived from the elements 'hruod' (fame) and 'wulf' (wolf). The name conveys strength and leadership, often associated with a protective and courageous character.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,951 |
| Gender | Male (31% / 69%) |
| Peak year | 1927 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 1994 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | German, Hungarian, Slavic |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NY — 47%CA — 20%TX — 19%IL — 9%NJ — 5%
Notable People
Rudolf Nureyev (Ballet Dancer) · Rudolph Giuliani (Former Mayor of New York City) · Rudolf Diesel (Inventor of the Diesel Engine) · Rudolf Hess (Nazi Leader) · Rudolf Steiner (Philosopher and Educator)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Rudy
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