Rudolph
Rudolph: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹuːdɒ(l)f/
Meaning and origin of Rudolph
- A male given name from the Germanic languages.
- A given name for a caribou.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Rudolph, Rudolf (compare Proto-Germanic *Hrōþiwulfaz).
How popular is Rudolph?
Since 1880, 197 girls and 53,441 boys in the U.S. have been named Rudolph (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2175 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #110 in 1927. In 2025, 25 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Rudolph FAQ
What does the name Rudolph mean?
A male given name from the Germanic languages. A given name for a caribou. Borrowed from German Rudolph, Rudolf (compare Proto-Germanic *Hrōþiwulfaz).
What is the origin of the name Rudolph?
Rudolph is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Rudolph?
Since 1880, 197 girls and 53,441 boys in the U.S. have been named Rudolph (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2175 in 1928. Its highest rank for boys was #110 in 1927. In 2025, 25 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Rudolph a boy or girl name?
Rudolph is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 197 girls and 53,441 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.