Rudolph Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Rudolph Name at a Glance

Name	Rudolph
Meaning	Famous wolf.
Origin	Teutonic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Rudolph Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Rudolph means “Famous 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.

Rudolph Name Origin

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

Is Rudolph a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Rudolph

When considering Rudolph for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.