Adolpho Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-DOL-foh / æˈdɔlfoʊSpanish; Italian; Portuguese
Meaning
Noble or brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Adolpho is derived from the Germanic name Adolf, which means 'noble wolf.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking regions. The name has historical significance, having been borne by several notable figures, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Trend Summary
The name Adolpho has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Adolfo
- Adolphe
International Variants
- Adolfo (Spanish)
- Adolphe (French)
- Adolfo (Italian)
- Adolfo (Portuguese)
Famous people named Adolpho
Adolpho Bioy Casares was an Argentine writer known for his contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature.
Adolpho Lutz was a Brazilian physician and researcher recognized for his work in tropical medicine.
Adolpho de Oliveira was a Brazilian football player who played as a forward in the early 20th century.
Adolpho K. G. de Souza was a Brazilian artist known for his modernist paintings.
Fictional characters named Adolpho
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Adolpho was first seen in the United States in 1920. Adolpho has ranked as high as #907 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Adolpho has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Adolpho
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |