Adolphus Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Adolphus is listed in our database as a boy name of Latin origin. Its recorded meaning is “Latinized form of the Old German Adalwolf' meaning noble wolf. Used by 17th and 18th century German royal families, and introduced into Britain by the Hanoverians”.

Adolphus Name at a Glance

Name Adolphus
Meaning Latinized form of the Old German Adalwolf' meaning noble wolf. Used by 17th and 18th century German royal families, and introduced into Britain by the Hanoverians.
Origin Latin
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Adolphus Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Adolphus means “Latinized form of the Old German Adalwolf' meaning noble wolf. Used by 17th and 18th century German royal families, and introduced into Britain by the Hanoverians”. 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.

Adolphus Name Origin

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

Is Adolphus a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Adolphus

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