Holding steady.
Popularity of Ranulfo since 1929
Babies named Ranulfo per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 29 |
| 2000s | 18 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ranulfo is a distinctive Spanish name with ancient Norse roots. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1929, but its peak popularity came much later in 1995. Despite that peak, the name has remained very rare and has shown a stable trajectory, never entering widespread use. Its rarity today gives it a unique appeal for parents seeking an uncommon name with a strong historical legacy.
Ranulfo is the Spanish form of the Old Norse name Ránúlfr, composed of elements 'rán' (plunder, sea) and 'úlfr' (wolf). It was introduced to the Iberian Peninsula through the Visigoths and later spread via medieval nobility. The name shares roots with English 'Ralph' and Scandinavian 'Ragnulf'.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ranu, Nulfo, Ran
Sibling names for Ranulfo
Names that share Ranulfo's style, for a brother or sister.
