Beowulf Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Beowulf Name at a Glance

Name	Beowulf
Meaning	Intelligent wolf.
Origin	Anglo-Saxon
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Beowulf Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Beowulf means “Intelligent wolf”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Beowulf Name Origin

Our database records Beowulf under Anglo-Saxon origin. Browse more Anglo-Saxon baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Beowulf a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Beowulf is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Beowulf

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