Rolf

Pronunciation: [ r-OHLF ]

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Boy Name #23,337 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Rolf is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced r-OHLF.

Parents who love the name Rolf often also consider Bevely, Bufard, Lim .

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Historical Record

Rolf first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 1,771 babies have been named Rolf in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Rolf is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #23,337 for boy names in the US .

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Rising Fast Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#23,337
Total SSA Count
6

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rolf

Is Rolf a boy or girl name?
Rolf is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Rolf?
Rolf is pronounced r-OHLF.
How popular is the name Rolf?
Rolf is currently ranked #23337 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Rolf a common or rare name?
Rolf is an uncommon name, ranked #23337 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Rolf?
Rolf pairs well with Bevely, Bufard, Lim, Valerie in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Rolf?
Related spellings include Roland, Rolando, Rollins, Rolan.

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About the Name Rolf

Rolf is a boy name .

Rolf is currently ranked #23,337 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Rolf include Roland, Rolando, Rollins, Rolan, Rollin . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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