Rolf
ROLF
Popularity
#12013
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Germanic
Total Births
3,097
Peak Year
#97 in 1960
First Recorded
1912
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
A Germanic name derived from Hrolf, a contracted form of Hrodwulf, meaning "famous wolf."
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Rolf Harris
Australian entertainer (disgraced)
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