Holding steady.
Popularity of Rudolpho since 1923
Babies named Rudolpho per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 31 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 30 |
| 1950s | 89 |
| 1960s | 32 |
| 1970s | 75 |
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 62 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rudolpho is a vibrant Italian and Portuguese form of the ancient Germanic name Rudolph. Its first recorded U.S. use was in 1923, and while it never entered the top 1000, it reached a modest peak year in 1977, likely reflecting a broader cultural interest in vintage and ethnic names. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since then, appearing sporadically on birth certificates. Despite its overall rarity, Rudolpho carries the strong, heroic meaning of 'famous wolf' and offers a melodic alternative to the more common Rodolfo. Its lack of any top state concentration suggests a scattered but appreciative use across the country.
Rudolpho is the Italian and Portuguese form of Rudolph, which derives from the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'wolf' (wolf). The name was borne by several medieval European kings and saints, and became well-known in modern times through the character Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rudy, Dolfo
Sibling names for Rudolpho
Names that share Rudolpho's style, for a brother or sister.
