Malvin vs Rudolf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rudolf

Boy #19,769 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous wolf"

Origin: Old High German (Hrodulf: hrod + wolf)

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Dutch Scandinavian Czech

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19,769
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Malvin Rank #19,826
Rudolf Rank #19,769

Rudolf is more popular, ranked #19769 vs #19826 for Malvin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malvin or Rudolf more popular?

Rudolf is more popular, ranked #19769 compared to Malvin at #19826 in the United States.

What do Malvin and Rudolf mean?

Malvin means "servant of St. Fillan" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Rudolf means "famous wolf" (Old High German (Hrodulf: hrod + wolf) origin).

Are Malvin and Rudolf boy or girl names?

Malvin is primarily a boy name. Rudolf is primarily a boy name.

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