Rodolfo

Origen y significado de Rodolfo

Rodolfo is Germanic in origin, from Hrodwulf — hrod, 'glory, fame,' and wulf, 'wolf' — meaning 'glorious wolf,' an image of strength and warrior valour. Reaching Italy through the Lombards, it has widespread cognates such as German Rudolf and English Rudolph. Used in Italy, Spain, Portugal and Latin America, it was made romantic by Puccini's poet Rodolfo in La Bohème. Carried by stars like Rodolfo Valentino, it keeps an elegant, faintly retro appeal.

Variantes en el mundo

Cómo se dice Rodolfo en otros idiomas.

Personas famosas

• Rodolfo Valentino— actor
• Rodolfo Usigli— escritor