Find out how popular the first name Volf has been for the last 1 years (from 2013 to 2013) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Volf by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Volf is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2013, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Volf.

The history of the first name Volf

The name Volf has its origins in the Germanic languages, where it is a variant spelling of the name Wolf. This name is derived from the Old High German word "wulf," which means "wolf." This word has its roots in the Proto-Germanic "*wulfaz," which ultimately comes from the Proto-Indo-European root "*wlkwos," meaning "wolf."

The name Volf was initially used in various Germanic cultures and regions, particularly in areas now part of modern-day Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It was a common name among the Germanic tribes and was often given to children as a symbol of strength, courage, and resilience, traits associated with the wolf.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Volf can be found in the 9th-century Carolingian text, the "Annales Regni Francorum," which chronicles the reign of Charlemagne. In this text, a nobleman named Volf is mentioned as a participant in a military campaign against the Saxons.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Volf. One of the most famous was Volf Dietrich von Erbach (1474-1522), a German nobleman and military commander who served under Emperor Maximilian I during the Swabian War. Another notable figure was Volf Eberhard von Massenbach (1592-1676), a German jurist and legal scholar who served as a judge in the Imperial Chamber Court.

In the realm of literature, Volf Helmuth von Hohberg (1612-1688) was a German poet and author known for his work "Georgica Curiosa," a compendium of agricultural knowledge and practices. Another literary figure was Volf Harich (1923-1995), a German writer and philosopher who was imprisoned for his political views during the Communist era in East Germany.

The name Volf also had a presence in the religious sphere. Volf Saxo (c. 1165-1192) was a Danish monk and historian who wrote the "Gesta Danorum," a chronicle of Danish history. Additionally, Volf de Coventry (c. 1160-1235) was an English Franciscan friar and historian known for his work "Memoriale Fratris Walteri de Coventria."

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Volf, a name deeply rooted in the Germanic linguistic and cultural heritage, symbolizing the strength and resilience associated with the wolf.

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