Randolph Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Randolph Name at a Glance

Name	Randolph
Meaning	Wolf's shield. From the emblem painted on a war shield.
Origin	Teutonic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Randolph Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Randolph means “Wolf's shield. From the emblem painted on a war shield”. 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.

Randolph Name Origin

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

Is Randolph a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Randolph

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