Gustave vs Adolf

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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Popularity Comparison

Gustave Rank #6,448
Adolf Rank #26,599

Gustave is more popular, ranked #6448 vs #26599 for Adolf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gustave or Adolf more popular?

Gustave is more popular, ranked #6448 compared to Adolf at #26599 in the United States.

What do Gustave and Adolf mean?

Gustave means "staff of the Goths" (Old Norse/Germanic origin). Adolf means "noble wolf" (Old Germanic adal + wulf origin).

Are Gustave and Adolf boy or girl names?

Gustave is primarily a boy name. Adolf is primarily a boy name.

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