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Randolph Pronunciation
Randolph is pronounced RAN-dolf /ˈræn.dɑlf/High
Meaning: From Germanic Randwulf — 'the shield-wolf' (rand, 'the rim of a shield', plus wulf, 'wolf')Medium
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History & Origin
Randolph comes from the Germanic Randwulf, 'the shield-wolf' (rand, 'the rim/edge of a shield', plus wulf, 'wolf') — brought to England by the Normans as Randolf. A strong, distinguished name (Lord Randolph Churchill; the actor Randolph Scott; the Randolph political dynasty of Virginia; nickname Randy, Dolph).
It registers thinly today. Rare, the-shield-wolf at the root, and distinguished.
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How do you pronounce Randolph?
Randolph is pronounced RAN-dolf (/ˈræn.dɑlf/). Press play above to hear Randolph said aloud.
How do you say Randolph?
Randolph is said RAN-dolf (/ˈræn.dɑlf/). Press play above to hear Randolph said aloud.
What does the name Randolph mean?
Randolph is Germanic, 'the shield-wolf'.
Is Randolph a boy or girl name?
Randolph is a boy's name.
How popular is Randolph?
Randolph is a rare name in the U.S. today.