How popular is the name Adolphus in 2025?

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

When was the name Adolphus most popular?

Adolphus peaked in 1893, reaching #330 among US boy names.

Adolphus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Adolphus entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #330 in 1893, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#330

peak (1893)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,500 people named Adolphus are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Adolphus alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Adolphus in 2025?: Adolphus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Adolphus most popular?: Adolphus peaked in 1893, reaching #330 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Adolphus with classmates?: Adolphus will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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