Wolfgang
Wolfgang: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwʊlf.ɡæŋ/ · /ˈvɔlf.ɡɑŋ/
Meaning and origin of Wolfgang
Root meaning: “wolf”
- A male given name from German.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Wolfgang (reinforced by Medieval Latin Wolfgangus), from Middle High German Wolfgang, from Old High German Wolfgang, from wolf (“wolf”) + gang (“path, course”).
How popular is Wolfgang?
Since 1880, 3,220 boys in the U.S. have been named Wolfgang. Its highest rank for boys was #1282 in 2019. In 2025, 115 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Wolfgang FAQ
What does the name Wolfgang mean?
Wolfgang traces back to a root meaning "wolf". A male given name from German. Borrowed from German Wolfgang (reinforced by Medieval Latin Wolfgangus), from Middle High German Wolfgang, from Old High German Wolfgang, from wolf (“wolf”) + gang (“path, course”).
What is the origin of the name Wolfgang?
Wolfgang is listed as a name of German origin.
How popular is the name Wolfgang?
Since 1880, 3,220 boys in the U.S. have been named Wolfgang. Its highest rank for boys was #1282 in 2019. In 2025, 115 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Wolfgang a boy or girl name?
Wolfgang is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,220 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.