Wolf

Boy's name

Wolf is a Germanic name derived from the Old High German word "wulf," meaning "wolf." It has been used as a given name since ancient times.

U.S. births in 2023 90 Rising
Peak year 2021

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Wolf Blitzer - CNN journalist and news anchor.
  • Wolf Kahn - American painter known for landscapes.
  • Wolf Vostell - German artist associated with Fluxus movement.
  • Wolf Biermann - German singer-songwriter and poet.
  • Wolf Hall - Fictional character in historical novels by Hilary Mantel.
  • Wolf Larsen - Fictional character in "The Sea-Wolf" by Jack London.

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