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Pronounced ROLF
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Meaning: A contraction of the Norse/Germanic Hrolf (Hrodwulf), hrod ('fame') + wulf ('wolf') - 'famous wolf.' A short, sturdy Viking-age name. Medium β§ copy
In 30 seconds: A sturdy Norse name: Rolf means 'famous wolf' (said 'ROLF'). Short, strong, and Viking-age.
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Meaning A contraction of the Norse/Germanic Hrolf (Hrodwulf), hrod ('fame') + wulf ('wolf') - 'famous wolf.' A short, sturdy Viking-age name.
U.S. rank (2025) #13496 β Falling
2025 U.S. births 5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year 1960
Total births (all-time) β 3,097
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Shop mom essentials Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data peak 1960 1912 2025 U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data .
History & Origin Rolf is a contraction of the Norse Hrolf/Hrodwulf, hrod ('fame') + wulf ('wolf'), 'famous wolf.' A strong Viking-age name, rare in the U.S. today (said 'ROLF').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, more familiar in the Nordics and Germany. Rare, sturdy, and Norse.
Did you know? Rolf contracts the Norse Hrolf - 'fame' plus 'wolf,' 'famous wolf' - a short, sturdy Viking-age name borne by the founder of Normandy (said 'ROLF').
Overall data confidence 55%
References - Rolf β Norse Hrolf; 'famous wolf'
Variations Rolph Rolfe Rollo
Nicknames Rolfie Ro
Famous Bearers Famous bearers coming soon. If you like Rolfβ¦ Rollo β a Latinized Hrolf cousin Rudolf β a like 'famous wolf' name Gunnar β a like Norse warrior name Ralph β lands in the same popularity range Roel β a similarly popular pick Frequently Asked What does the name Rolf mean? Rolf is Norse/Germanic, from Hrolf - 'fame' plus 'wolf' - 'famous wolf.'
How do you pronounce Rolf? It's said ROLF /ΛrΙlf/ - one syllable.
Is Rolf a boy or girl name? Rolf is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Rolf? Rolf is a rare name in the U.S.
