How popular is the name Rudolf in 2025?

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

When was the name Rudolf most popular?

Rudolf peaked in 1916, reaching #715 among US boy names.

Rudolf will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Rudolf entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #715 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#715

peak (1916)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Rudolf are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Rudolf alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Rudolf in 2025?: Rudolf is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Rudolf most popular?: Rudolf peaked in 1916, reaching #715 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Rudolf with classmates?: Rudolf will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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