Famous wolf
A Spanish and Italian variation of the Germanic name Rudolf. It is composed of the elements 'hrod', meaning fame, and 'wulf', meaning wolf. While less common than the variant Rodolfo, it retains a strong, traditional European feel.
Less common today
Rudolfo isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,771 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Acclaimed Chicano author of 'Bless Me, Ultima'
Italian military officer and colonial administrator
