Rolfe
boy nameRolfe entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1636 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1636
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2397 |
| 1920s | #2789 |
| 1930s | #2551 |
| 1940s | #2450 |
| 1950s | #2107 |
| 1960s | #3398 |
| 1970s | #4801 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Rolfe are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rolfe alive today was born around 1944, making them about 81 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rolfe in 2025?
- Rolfe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rolfe most popular?
- Rolfe peaked in 1939, reaching #1636 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rolfe with classmates?
- Rolfe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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