Adolfo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Adolfo has its roots in the Germanic language, specifically from the Old High German 'Adalwolf', meaning 'noble wolf'. It evolved through several linguistic stages and is currently regarded as a traditional name. While it lacks biblical significance, it carries connotations of nobility and strength. Adolfo has been used throughout history, particularly in the 19th century, and is associated with notable figures, contributing to its continued presence in modern culture.
The name Adolfo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adolfo has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Adolfo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 964th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 745th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 754th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 713th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 688th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 651st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1514th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Adolfo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adolfo"
Pronunciation
/aˈdolfo/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Adolfo is derived from the Old High German name 'Adalwolf', which combines 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'wolf' meaning 'wolf'.
Meaning
Noble wolf
Language Evolution
Adalwolf (Old High German), Adolf (Middle High German), Adolfo (Italian/Spanish/Portuguese)
Historical Usage
The name Adolfo gained popularity in various European cultures during the 19th century, particularly in Italy and Spain, often used in honor of the German name Adolf.
Variants & Derivatives
Adolf, Aldo, Adolphe
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Adolfo is perceived as traditional and somewhat vintage, often associated with nobility and strength due to its meaning.
Famous People
Adolfo Suárez (Spanish politician), Adolfo Domínguez (Spanish fashion designer), Adolfo Pirelli (historical figure in the entertainment industry)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adolfo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adolfo"
"Adolfo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 964th of 7545 | 806 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 745th of 6773 | 1,282 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 754th of 7552 | 1,817 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 713th of 10718 | 2,114 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 688th of 16616 | 3,282 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 651st of 24088 | 5,387 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1514th of 23106 | 1,369 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Adolfo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
27.43% 649th/2366 |
29.60% 338th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.67% 1139th/1546 |
- |
22.61% 532nd/2353 |
22.62% 350th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.73% 1241st/2227 |
36.34% 883rd/2430 |
19.84% 566th/2853 |
19.50% 541st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.36% 921st/2937 |
23.11% 805th/3483 |
17.82% 627th/3518 |
11.28% 456th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.11% 962nd/3685 |
22.10% 989th/4475 |
13.27% 689th/5194 |
7.03% 444th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.96% 1006th/4582 |
24.36% 1258th/5164 |
8.89% 650th/7313 |
6.12% 457th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.44% 2129th/3984 |
52.98% 2377th/4487 |
19.33% 1319th/6822 |
16.43% 1031st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adolfo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adolfo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adolfo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.