Adolf vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Adolf

Boy #26,599 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble wolf"

Origin: Old Germanic adal + wulf

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#26,599
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Adolf Rank #26,599
Arthur Rank #105

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #26599 for Adolf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adolf or Arthur more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Adolf at #26599 in the United States.

What do Adolf and Arthur mean?

Adolf means "noble wolf" (Old Germanic adal + wulf origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Adolf and Arthur boy or girl names?

Adolf is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.

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