Wolfe

At a Glance: Name: Wolfe – Meaning: wolf; a spelling variant of the surname/given name Wolf – Origin: English/German (surname) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: WOOLF

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Wolfe is a boy's name with English and German surname roots, and it carries a clear, literal meaning: wolf, essentially a spelling variant of Wolf. It's pronounced WOOLF, and it fits parents drawn to free-spirited, boho, clean, modern, or outdoorsy, nature-inspired styles. There's no hidden or deeper meaning to dig for here — the name simply says what it means.

Meaning & Origin of Wolfe

Meaning: Wolf; a spelling variant of the surname/given name wolf.

Origin: English/German (surname).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Wolfe

Phonetic: WOOLF   IPA: /ˈwʊlf/

Popularity of Wolfe

SSA records show Wolfe ranked #2777 in 2024 with 47 babies given the name, down from its peak of #2585 in 2022 when 53 babies received it. Across the full 1994-2024 data range, it has stayed a rare pick.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1994–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Wolfe mean?

Wolf; a spelling variant of the surname/given name wolf. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Wolfe)

How do you pronounce Wolfe?

Wolfe is pronounced WOOLF (IPA: /ˈwʊlf/).

Is Wolfe a popular name right now?

Wolfe is near its all-time peak (#2585 in 2022), ranked #2777 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1994–2024.)

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