Rolf
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Wolf Counsel.
- Origin
- German
Rolf Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 3,097 baby boys have been named Rolf. The name peaked in 1960 with 97 US births that year (rank #774). In 2024, ranked #12013 nationally — 11,239 places below its 1960 peak.
Top States for Rolf
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Rolf births are: New York (376), Minnesota (247), California (226).
Other German-Origin Names Like Rolf
If you like Rolf's German origin, consider these related names: Abelard, Abelard,Allard,Alard, Adal, Adalard, Adalbert. Browse all German names →
4-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Rolf's exact length and starting letter: Raad, Rabi, Radi, Radu, Raed.
Quick Facts About Rolf
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollo | Renowned In The Land. Roland Was A Legendary Hero Who Served Charlemagne. | Male | French |
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Compare Rolf to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Rolf against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).