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Rodolfo

“famous wolf”

About the name Rodolfo

Rodolfo is a masculine given name used in Spanish and Italian-speaking countries. It is derived from the Germanic name Rudolf, which combines the elements ‘hrod’ meaning ‘fame’ and ‘wulf’ meaning ‘wolf’. The name Rodolfo has been used by various notable individuals in the arts and public life, particularly in Latin cultures. Its roots trace back to the widespread use of Rudolf and its variants across Europe, adapted to local languages and pronunciations.

Meaning
famous wolf
Origin
Spanish/Italian
Gender
Boy
Pronunciation
roh-DOL-foh(3 syl.)

Variants and spellings

No common variant spellings are widely recorded.

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Middle names for Rodolfo

  • Rodolfo Antonio
  • Rodolfo Miguel
  • Rodolfo Alejandro
  • Rodolfo Javier
  • Rodolfo Luis

Questions about Rodolfo

What does Rodolfo mean?
Rodolfo is a Spanish name meaning "famous wolf".
How do you pronounce Rodolfo?
Rodolfo is pronounced roh-DOL-foh, with emphasis on the second syllable.

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