Arnulfo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arnulfo originates from the Germanic elements meaning 'noble wolf' or 'eagle wolf'. It evolved from Old German Arnulf to Latin Arnulphus and is used in various forms in modern languages. It is associated with noble traits and has historical significance. There is no direct biblical relevance. The name became popular in medieval Europe and remains culturally significant today.
The name Arnulfo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) 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. From 2020-2022, Arnulfo has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Arnulfo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1744th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1187th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 934th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 938th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1055th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1813th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3879th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Arnulfo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arnulfo"
Pronunciation
/aɾˈnul.fo/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
The name Arnulfo is derived from the Germanic elements 'arn' meaning 'eagle' and 'wolf' meaning 'wolf', which together suggest the meaning 'eagle wolf' or 'noble wolf'.
Meaning
noble wolf, eagle wolf
Language Evolution
Arnulf (Old German), Arnulphus (Latin), Arnulfo (Spanish/Italian)
Historical Usage
Arnulfo gained popularity in medieval Europe, particularly among the nobility and clergy, often associated with figures in the church and various regions of Italy and Spain.
Variants & Derivatives
Arnulf, Arnold, Arno
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Arnulfo is considered a traditional name, often viewed as unique and culturally significant in Spanish-speaking countries.
Famous People
Arnulfo Romero, Salvadoran archbishop and martyr, Arnulfo de la Vega, notable Mexican artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arnulfo"
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 "Arnulfo"
"Arnulfo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1744th of 7545 | 308 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1187th of 6773 | 605 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 934th of 7552 | 1,207 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 938th of 10718 | 1,192 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1055th of 16616 | 1,503 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1813th of 24088 | 1,141 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3879th of 23106 | 331 |
Regional Popularity of "Arnulfo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
35.71% 845th/2366 |
51.75% 591st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
29.15% 686th/2353 |
40.21% 622nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
20.82% 594th/2853 |
28.22% 783rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
44.74% 1314th/2937 |
- |
18.82% 662nd/3518 |
15.55% 629th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.40% 1636th/3685 |
- |
16.23% 843rd/5194 |
10.61% 670th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
18.43% 1348th/7313 |
15.72% 1173rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
30.69% 2094th/6822 |
39.60% 2485th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Arnulfo" 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 "Arnulfo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arnulfo" 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.