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Rudolf

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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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