Rudolf
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Rudolf is a boy name of German origin meaning "famous wolf".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
German
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
famous wolf
Etymology
From Old High German Hruodolf, composed of hruod ‘fame’ and wolf ‘wolf’. The name entered Middle High German as Rudolf and spread throughout Europe.
Famous People Named Rudolf
- Rudolf Diesel — German inventor and mechanical engineer (1858–1913)
- Rudolf Steiner — Austrian social reformer, occultist and esotericist (1861–1925)
- Rudolf Virchow — German doctor, anthropologist, public health activist, pathologist, prehistorian, biologist and politician (1821-1902)
- Rudolf Schuster — Slovak President, head of Slovak National Council and politician
- Rudolf Schlechter — German taxonomist, botanist and orchidologist (1872-1925)
Frequently Asked Questions About Rudolf
What does the name Rudolf mean?
Rudolf means "famous wolf", and is of German origin.
What is the origin of the name Rudolf?
Rudolf originates from German, commonly used in Central Europe.
Is Rudolf a boy or girl name?
Rudolf is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Rudolf associated with?
Rudolf is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Rudolf?
Yes — notable people named Rudolf include Rudolf Diesel (German inventor and mechanical engineer, 1858–1913), Rudolf Steiner (Austrian social reformer, 1861–1925), Rudolf Virchow (German doctor, 1821-1902), Rudolf Schuster (Slovak President) and Rudolf Schlechter (German taxonomist, 1872-1925).
Last updated: June 2026