Botolph Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Botolph Name at a Glance

Name	Botolph
Meaning	Derived from the Old German word for wolf. Boston was named after a 7th-century saint, as 'Botulf's stone'.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Botolph Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Botolph means “Derived from the Old German word for wolf. Boston was named after a 7th-century saint, as 'Botulf's stone”. 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.

Botolph Name Origin

Our database records Botolph under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Botolph a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Botolph

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