Declining since 2004, #1,886 for boys today.
Popularity of Adolfo since 1882
Babies named Adolfo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 19 |
| 1890s | 36 |
| 1900s | 48 |
| 1910s | 245 |
| 1920s | 707 |
| 1930s | 675 |
| 1940s | 762 |
| 1950s | 908 |
| 1960s | 1,176 |
| 1970s | 1,332 |
| 1980s | 1,653 |
| 1990s | 2,746 |
| 2000s | 3,912 |
| 2010s | 1,430 |
| 2020s | 546 |
Meaning & origin
Adolfo is a Spanish and Italian form of Adolf, carrying the noble meaning 'noble wolf.' Despite its Germanic roots and the unfortunate historical association with Adolf Hitler in the mid-20th century, Adolfo has remained in steady use in Spanish-speaking communities in the U.S. The name first appeared in the U.S. data in 1882, and its popularity peaked in 2003. However, since 2004, its usage has been declining. In 2025, Adolfo ranked 1886th, with a 1-in-20,579 rate of occurrence. The name is most commonly found in Colorado, California, and Texas.
Adolfo is the Spanish and Italian form of the Germanic name Adolf, which is composed of the elements 'adal' (noble) and 'wolf' (wolf). The name was historically common among European royalty but declined in English-speaking countries due to its association with Adolf Hitler. In Spanish and Italian cultures, the name retained its popularity and has been used steadily into the 21st century.
Where Adolfo is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ado, Fito, Dolfo, Adolfito
Sibling names for Adolfo
Names that share Adolfo's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Adolfo
Names whose popularity has moved with Adolfo's over the last 50 years.
