Adolf vs Claus

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
Nicknames
Adi, Dolf

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Adolf Rank #26,599
Claus Rank #26,702

Adolf is more popular, ranked #26599 vs #26702 for Claus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adolf ___

  • Adolf Klaus
  • Adolf Henrik
  • Adolf Emil
  • Adolf Franz
  • Adolf Georg
  • Adolf Ludwig

Claus ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Adolf

Gertrude Hildegard Werner Helmut Karl

If you choose Claus

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adolf or Claus more popular?

Adolf is more popular, ranked #26599 compared to Claus at #26702 in the United States.

What do Adolf and Claus mean?

Adolf means "noble wolf" (Old Germanic adal + wulf origin).

Are Adolf and Claus boy or girl names?

Adolf is primarily a boy name. Claus is primarily a boy name.

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