Male Name
Adolf
ˈaː.dɔlf
ˈa.dolf
ˈɒ.dolf
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
animals
Anne Rice characters
architects
Austrian presidents
Berserk characters
canines
Catholic saints
currently out of the US top 1000
evildoers
German chancellors
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
36/100
classic160%
mature140%
formal100%
upper class80%
devious100%
strong140%
rough80%
strange80%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Adolf originates from the Old German name Adalwolf, which is composed of the elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'wolf'. It signifies 'noble wolf'. The name has cognates in other languages, such as the Anglo-Saxon name Æthelwulf. Due to its association with Adolf Hitler, the name has seen a significant decline in popularity since World War II.
Etymology
Original Form:
Adalwolf
Evolution:
From Old High German Athalwolf or Hadulf, combining 'athal' or 'adal' (noble) and 'wolf'. It can also derive from ancient Germanic elements 'Wald' (power, brightness) and 'wolf' (Waldwulf).
Source:
Old German