Rudolph Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROO-dolf / /ˈruː.dɒlf/German; Old High German
Meaning
Famous wolf; renowned wolf
Historical & Cultural Background
Rudolph is derived from the Old High German name Hruodulf, which combines elements meaning 'fame' and 'wolf.' The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in German-speaking regions. It gained widespread recognition in the 19th century, partly due to the famous Christmas song 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.' The name has been borne by several notable figures throughout history.
Trend Summary
Rudolph has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often peaking during the holiday season.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rudolphe
- Rudolfo
International Variants
- Rodolfo (Spanish)
- Rudolfs (Latvian)
- Rudolf (Czech)
- Rudolphe (French)
Famous people named Rudolph
Rudolph Valentino was a famous Italian-American actor known for his roles in silent films during the 1920s.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a fictional character created in 1939, known for his role in the Christmas story and song.
Rudolph Nureyev was a renowned Russian ballet dancer and choreographer, celebrated for his artistry and technique.
Rudolph Diesel was a German inventor and mechanical engineer, best known for developing the diesel engine.
Fictional characters named Rudolph
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is the main character in the 1939 story and subsequent adaptations, known for his glowing red nose.
Rudolph is a character in the animated television special 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer,' where he overcomes adversity to save Christmas.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rudolph was first seen in the United States in 1880. Rudolph has ranked as high as #246 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Rudolph has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rudolph (2022)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 54 |
1881 | 62 |
1882 | 52 |
1883 | 61 |
1884 | 77 |
1885 | 70 |
1886 | 68 |
1887 | 71 |
1888 | 54 |
1889 | 83 |
1890 | 92 |
1891 | 68 |
1892 | 95 |
1893 | 101 |
1894 | 104 |
1895 | 106 |
1896 | 108 |
1897 | 109 |
1898 | 115 |
1899 | 100 |
1900 | 147 |
1901 | 87 |
1902 | 119 |
1903 | 120 |
1904 | 128 |
1905 | 132 |
1906 | 125 |
1907 | 135 |
1908 | 173 |
1909 | 173 |
1910 | 218 |
1911 | 217 |
1912 | 453 |
1913 | 565 |
1914 | 732 |
1915 | 974 |
1916 | 988 |
1917 | 946 |
1918 | 962 |
1919 | 802 |
1920 | 830 |
1921 | 960 |
1922 | 1,145 |
1923 | 1,303 |
1924 | 1,229 |
1925 | 1,240 |
1926 | 1,636 |
1927 | 1,690 |
1928 | 1,308 |
1929 | 1,220 |
1930 | 1,219 |
1931 | 1,101 |
1932 | 960 |
1933 | 847 |
1934 | 779 |
1935 | 745 |
1936 | 647 |
1937 | 630 |
1938 | 684 |
1939 | 587 |
1940 | 622 |
1941 | 600 |
1942 | 658 |
1943 | 664 |
1944 | 573 |
1945 | 574 |
1946 | 628 |
1947 | 696 |
1948 | 716 |
1949 | 822 |
1950 | 756 |
1951 | 831 |
1952 | 777 |
1953 | 745 |
1954 | 653 |
1955 | 653 |
1956 | 719 |
1957 | 572 |
1958 | 486 |
1959 | 458 |
1960 | 442 |
1961 | 414 |
1962 | 412 |
1963 | 412 |
1964 | 378 |
1965 | 328 |
1966 | 352 |
1967 | 276 |
1968 | 270 |
1969 | 251 |
1970 | 309 |
1971 | 275 |
1972 | 231 |
1973 | 215 |
1974 | 217 |
1975 | 188 |
1976 | 198 |
1977 | 181 |
1978 | 182 |
1979 | 190 |
1980 | 196 |
1981 | 170 |
1982 | 192 |
1983 | 175 |
1984 | 165 |
1985 | 157 |
1986 | 139 |
1987 | 156 |
1988 | 170 |
1989 | 183 |
1990 | 146 |
1991 | 131 |
1992 | 119 |
1993 | 108 |
1994 | 105 |
1995 | 105 |
1996 | 109 |
1997 | 76 |
1998 | 92 |
1999 | 63 |
2000 | 72 |
2001 | 82 |
2002 | 69 |
2003 | 65 |
2004 | 59 |
2005 | 58 |
2006 | 50 |
2007 | 45 |
2008 | 54 |
2009 | 35 |
2010 | 32 |
2011 | 44 |
2012 | 43 |
2013 | 36 |
2014 | 47 |
2015 | 41 |
2016 | 34 |
2017 | 40 |
2018 | 34 |
2019 | 41 |
2020 | 28 |
2021 | 31 |
2022 | 30 |
2023 | 22 |
2024 | 34 |