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Rudolf

Rudolf (name) means a masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "famous wolf.". Example: “Rudolf worked as a physician in Vienna.”

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A masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "famous wolf."
"Rudolf worked as a physician in Vienna."
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Etymology

From Old High German "hrod" (fame) and "wulf" (wolf).

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “Rudolf” mean?

The word “Rudolf” means a masculine given name of Germanic origin, meaning "famous wolf.".

How do you use “Rudolf” in a sentence?

Here is “Rudolf” used in a sentence: “Rudolf worked as a physician in Vienna.”

What part of speech is “Rudolf”?

“Rudolf” is a name.

Where does the word “Rudolf” come from?

The word “Rudolf” comes from German. From Old High German "hrod" (fame) and "wulf" (wolf).

Is “Rudolf” a common word?

“Rudolf” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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