Wolfgang Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVOLF-gahng / /ˈvɔlfɡaŋ/German; Old High German
Meaning
German: 'wolf' + 'path'
Historical & Cultural Background
Wolfgang is a traditional German name that has been in use since the Middle Ages. It gained prominence through Saint Wolfgang, a bishop and missionary in the 10th century. The name has been borne by several notable figures in history, particularly in the arts and music. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is perhaps the most famous bearer of the name, contributing to its lasting legacy.
Trend Summary
Wolfgang has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wolf
- Wolfie
International Variants
- Wolfram (German)
- Guglielmo (Italian)
- Vladimir (Slavic)
Famous people named Wolfgang
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was a prolific and influential composer of the Classical era.
Wolfgang Pauli was an Austrian physicist known for his work in quantum mechanics.
Wolfgang Becker is a German film director recognized for his film 'Good Bye Lenin!'.
Wolfgang Puck is an Austrian-American celebrity chef and restaurateur.
Fictional characters named Wolfgang
Wolfgang is a character in the video game series 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles'.
Wolfgang von Strucker is a character in the Marvel Comics universe, known as a villain.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Wolfgang was first seen in the United States in 1929. Wolfgang has ranked as high as #1215 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Wolfgang has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Wolfgang (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 24 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 16 |
| 1960 | 16 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 13 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 15 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 26 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 11 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 49 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 66 |
| 1995 | 59 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 53 |
| 1998 | 62 |
| 1999 | 58 |
| 2000 | 51 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 49 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 52 |
| 2006 | 48 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2008 | 50 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 84 |
| 2012 | 67 |
| 2013 | 68 |
| 2014 | 93 |
| 2015 | 113 |
| 2016 | 119 |
| 2017 | 117 |
| 2018 | 126 |
| 2019 | 146 |
| 2020 | 132 |
| 2021 | 148 |
| 2022 | 131 |
| 2023 | 144 |
| 2024 | 115 |