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Wolfgang

♂ Boy

Pronounced WOOLF-gang /ˈwʊlf.ɡæŋ/Medium

Meaning: from the Germanic elements 'wolf' ('wolf') and 'gang' ('path, way, journey'), meaning 'wolf path'Medium

In 30 seconds: Wolfgang is a Germanic name meaning 'wolf path', from 'wolf' and 'gang', a path or journey.

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Origin MediumGerman, Germanic

Meaningfrom the Germanic elements 'wolf' ('wolf') and 'gang' ('path, way, journey'), meaning 'wolf path'

U.S. rank (2025)#1519 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births115 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,219

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

The name pairs the Germanic element 'wolf' with 'gang', meaning a path, way, or journey, producing the vivid image of a wolf's path. It is a distinctly German name with a long pedigree and a strong, two-part structure. That bold imagery has helped it stay memorable wherever it appears.

The name is almost inseparable from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Austrian Classical composer, whose fame lends it an air of artistry and brilliance.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Wolfgang is 'wolf', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Wolfgang — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

★Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791)
Austrian composer of the Classical period, one of the most influential and prolific composers in Western music history.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Wolfgang mean?

Wolfgang is usually explained as meaning 'wolf' and is most often linked with German tradition.

How do you pronounce Wolfgang?

It's commonly said WOOLF-gang /ˈwʊlf.ɡæŋ/.

Is Wolfgang a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Wolfgang is used as a boy name.

How popular is Wolfgang?

In 2024, Wolfgang ranked #1534 in the U.S. for boys, with 115 births recorded.