How popular is the name Adolf in 2025?

Adolf is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Adolf most popular?

Adolf peaked in 1891, reaching #597 among US boy names.

Adolf will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Adolf entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #597 in 1891, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#597

peak (1891)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Adolf are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Adolf alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Adolf in 2025?: Adolf is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Adolf most popular?: Adolf peaked in 1891, reaching #597 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Adolf with classmates?: Adolf will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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