Adolfo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-DOL-foh / /aˈdolfo/Spanish; Italian
Meaning
Noble or brave wolf (Germanic); Wealthy (Italian)
Historical & Cultural Background
Adolfo is a name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'adal' meaning noble and 'wulf' meaning wolf. It has been popular in Spanish and Italian-speaking countries. The name has historical significance, often associated with nobility and leadership. It has also been borne by various notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
The name Adolfo has seen a decline in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adolphe
- Adolfo
- Aldo
International Variants
- Adolphe (French)
- Adolfo (Portuguese)
- Adolfo (Spanish)
- Aldo (Italian)
Famous people named Adolfo
Adolfo Suárez was a Spanish politician who served as the Prime Minister of Spain during the transition to democracy.
Adolfo Bioy Casares was an Argentine writer known for his contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature.
Adolfo Dominguez is a Spanish fashion designer recognized for his innovative designs and sustainable fashion practices.
Adolfo Pirelli is a character in the musical 'Sweeney Todd', known for his flamboyant personality and barbering skills.
Fictional characters named Adolfo
Adolfo is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a merchant in the game.
Adolfo is a character in the animated series 'El Chavo del 8', known for his humorous antics.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adolfo was first seen in the United States in 1882. Adolfo has ranked as high as #850 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Illinois, New York, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Adolfo has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adolfo (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 26 | |
CA | 18 | |
FL | 7 | |
VA | 6 | |
OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1882 | 7 |
1887 | 5 |
1889 | 7 |
1890 | 5 |
1892 | 8 |
1893 | 5 |
1894 | 6 |
1897 | 5 |
1898 | 7 |
1901 | 6 |
1905 | 11 |
1906 | 8 |
1907 | 10 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 6 |
1910 | 13 |
1911 | 9 |
1912 | 13 |
1913 | 18 |
1914 | 25 |
1915 | 36 |
1916 | 29 |
1917 | 25 |
1918 | 37 |
1919 | 40 |
1920 | 45 |
1921 | 43 |
1922 | 52 |
1923 | 50 |
1924 | 71 |
1925 | 71 |
1926 | 90 |
1927 | 91 |
1928 | 97 |
1929 | 97 |
1930 | 90 |
1931 | 74 |
1932 | 68 |
1933 | 66 |
1934 | 65 |
1935 | 76 |
1936 | 44 |
1937 | 60 |
1938 | 61 |
1939 | 71 |
1940 | 68 |
1941 | 73 |
1942 | 71 |
1943 | 75 |
1944 | 64 |
1945 | 62 |
1946 | 64 |
1947 | 83 |
1948 | 100 |
1949 | 102 |
1950 | 87 |
1951 | 81 |
1952 | 73 |
1953 | 83 |
1954 | 87 |
1955 | 89 |
1956 | 99 |
1957 | 96 |
1958 | 102 |
1959 | 111 |
1960 | 122 |
1961 | 106 |
1962 | 101 |
1963 | 120 |
1964 | 111 |
1965 | 126 |
1966 | 129 |
1967 | 122 |
1968 | 121 |
1969 | 118 |
1970 | 127 |
1971 | 153 |
1972 | 134 |
1973 | 117 |
1974 | 141 |
1975 | 132 |
1976 | 136 |
1977 | 127 |
1978 | 117 |
1979 | 148 |
1980 | 166 |
1981 | 178 |
1982 | 138 |
1983 | 143 |
1984 | 142 |
1985 | 143 |
1986 | 172 |
1987 | 166 |
1988 | 196 |
1989 | 209 |
1990 | 244 |
1991 | 230 |
1992 | 235 |
1993 | 257 |
1994 | 309 |
1995 | 260 |
1996 | 260 |
1997 | 280 |
1998 | 305 |
1999 | 366 |
2000 | 386 |
2001 | 380 |
2002 | 387 |
2003 | 505 |
2004 | 426 |
2005 | 484 |
2006 | 419 |
2007 | 375 |
2008 | 312 |
2009 | 238 |
2010 | 187 |
2011 | 180 |
2012 | 157 |
2013 | 147 |
2014 | 138 |
2015 | 155 |
2016 | 132 |
2017 | 101 |
2018 | 109 |
2019 | 124 |
2020 | 101 |
2021 | 84 |
2022 | 97 |
2023 | 78 |
2024 | 103 |