Adolphus
Adolphus: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Adolphus
- A male given name from the Germanic languages, a Latinized variant of Adolph.
Etymology
From Latin Adolphus. Doublet of Adolph.
How popular is Adolphus?
Since 1880, 4,109 boys in the U.S. have been named Adolphus. Its highest rank for boys was #330 in 1893. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Sibling name ideas for Adolphus
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Adolphus FAQ
What does the name Adolphus mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages, a Latinized variant of Adolph. From Latin Adolphus. Doublet of Adolph.
What is the origin of the name Adolphus?
Adolphus is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Adolphus?
Since 1880, 4,109 boys in the U.S. have been named Adolphus. Its highest rank for boys was #330 in 1893. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Adolphus a boy or girl name?
Adolphus is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 4,109 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.