Rolph

♂ Boy

Pronounced ROLF /ˈrɒlf/High

Meaning: Rolph is a spelling of Rolf, from the Old Norse Hrolfr — a contraction of Hrodulf, 'famous wolf' (hrod, 'fame' + ulf, 'wolf'). It is closely kin to Rudolph and to Ralph.Medium

In 30 seconds: One strong beat: Rolph spells Rolf — Old Norse for 'famous wolf' (said 'ROLF').

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Origin MediumGermanic, Norse

MeaningRolph is a spelling of Rolf, from the Old Norse Hrolfr — a contraction of Hrodulf, 'famous wolf' (hrod, 'fame' + ulf, 'wolf'). It is closely kin to Rudolph and to Ralph.

U.S. rank (2024)#13789 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1932

Total births (all-time)≈ 10

History & Origin

Rolph is an English spelling of Rolf, from Old Norse Hrolfr, a contraction of Hrodulf — 'fame' plus 'wolf'. It is kin to Rudolph and Ralph, and its most famous bearer, Hrolfr the Viking, became Rollo, first ruler of Normandy. Short, sturdy, and northern (said 'ROLF').

In the U.S. it is very rare. Very rare, strong, and Norse-rooted.

Did you know? Rollo, the Viking who founded Normandy, was a Hrolfr — the Norse name behind Rolf and Rolph, meaning 'famous wolf'. It is the same family as Rudolph (said 'ROLF').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Rolph — Spelling of Rolf, Old Norse Hrolfr, 'famous wolf'

Variations

RolfRudolphRollo

Nicknames

RolRolly

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Rolf— the standard spelling of the same name

Rollo— the Norman form of the same Norse name

Rudolph— a close cousin, also 'famous wolf'

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rolph mean?

Rolph means 'famous wolf' — a spelling of Rolf, from the Old Norse Hrolfr.

How do you pronounce Rolph?

It's said ROLF /ˈrɒlf/ — one syllable, just like Rolf.

Is Rolph a boy or girl name?

Rolph is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Rolph?

Rolph is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.