Rudolfo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rudolfo originates from the Germanic name Rudolph, which means 'famous wolf'. The name has evolved through various languages, retaining its meaning and noble connotations. It has been historically popular in European cultures, particularly during the Middle Ages. Currently, it is viewed as a classic name with strong character traits. There are no direct biblical references associated with the name.
The name Rudolfo is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers 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, Rudolfo 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, 'Rudolfo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2508th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1671st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1181st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1692nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2737th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7113th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14599th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Rudolfo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rudolfo"
Pronunciation
/ruˈdolfoʊ/
Origin
Italian, Spanish
Etymology
Rudolfo is derived from the Germanic name 'Rudolph', composed of the elements 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'wulf' meaning 'wolf'.
Meaning
famous wolf
Language Evolution
Rudolph (German), Rudolfo (Italian, Spanish), Rodolfo (Spanish, Italian)
Historical Usage
Rudolfo gained popularity in various European cultures, particularly during the Middle Ages, as a name associated with nobility and leadership.
Variants & Derivatives
Rodolfo, Rudolph, Rudy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rudolfo is perceived as a classic and timeless name, often associated with strong character and leadership qualities.
Famous People
Rudolfo Anaya - American author known for his contributions to Chicano literature., Rudolfo L. G. C. de Mello - Brazilian politician and lawyer.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rudolfo"
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 "Rudolfo"
"Rudolfo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2508th of 7545 | 169 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1671st of 6773 | 330 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1181st of 7552 | 781 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1692nd of 10718 | 442 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2737th of 16616 | 356 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7113th of 24088 | 155 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14599th of 23106 | 30 |
Regional Popularity of "Rudolfo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
54.02% 1278th/2366 |
61.21% 699th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
44.37% 1044th/2353 |
40.79% 631st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.94% 1651st/2430 |
28.36% 809th/2853 |
23.50% 652nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
29.70% 1045th/3518 |
23.91% 967th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
28.28% 1469th/5194 |
28.75% 1816th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
55.04% 4108th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rudolfo" 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 "Rudolfo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rudolfo" 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.