223 Baby Boy Names That Mean Wolf

Names to instill fearlessness and an irresistible grace in your boy.

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• Nov 22, 2023

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A wolf is known for its strength and agility. It also has many more qualities that make it an admirable animal. Parents pick baby boy names meaning wolf for their child, hoping their little prince might also be intelligent and swift like a wolf. Wolves are rather unique animals. They live in close-knit packs that make them cooperative creatures (1). They are sociable and fiercely protective of their pack, which shows their unwavering loyalty. They move with tremendous grace and speed. Names referring to a wolf are present in several languages, indicating the reverence for this animal across cultures. In some folk cultures, people even believe that carrying a wolf tooth in your pocket can keep you from harm's way if anyone casts an evil eye on you. In Norse mythology, the wolf Fenrir is known as a monstrous creature threatening humanity and the God Odin (2). In Roman mythology, the twins Romulus and Remus (the founders of Rome) were believed to be nurtured by a wolf before being adopted by a shepherd (3). Baby names that mean wolf stand for all the qualities a wolf exhibits. These names stand for a wolf's courage when confronted by an enemy. The perseverance it shows while facing challenges is a quality parents want their children to imbibe. Wolves can survive in severely harsh climates, which indicates their resilience. Parents wish that a baby name meaning wolf can inspire their son to be just as adaptable as a wolf. They want their son to guide and protect his family like a true leader. Taking inspiration from his name, the child may also learn to be a more responsible and dependable individual. Looking at the qualities this wonderful animal stands for, we have compiled a list of baby boy names that mean wolf. Have a look.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Acwulf	Boy	A wolf from the oak meadows
Ad	Boy	Majestic wolf; Earth; Son of Adam
Adalwolf	Boy	A noble wolf
Adalwolfa	Boy	A wolf who is noble
Adoff	Boy	A noble or honorable wolf
Adolf	Boy	A noble wolf; Title of Hitler
Adolfo	Unisex	Noble wolf
Adolfus	Boy	A noble wolf
Adolph	Boy	A kind and honorable wolf
Adolphe	Boy	An aristocrat wolf

Adolpho	Boy	Spanish variant of Adolf; Noble wolf
Adolphus	Boy	Noble wolf; A derivative of name Ado
Adulf	Boy	The wolf who is noble and honorable
Aedwulf	Boy	A noble and honorable wolf
Aegenwulf	Boy	The wolf of the chief sea
Aethelwulf	Boy	Noble Wolf
Alarick	Boy	Noble leader; A wolf ruler; Fierce; Supreme ruler of all
Aldwulf	Boy	One who is as old as a wolf
Amaruq	Unisex	Grey wolf
Amwolf	Boy	Majestic and powerful like an eagle; Wolf

Ardolf	Boy	Home-loving wolf; A variant of the name Ardwolf
Ardolph	Boy	Home-loving wolf; A variant of the name Ardwolf
Ardwolf	Boy	Home-loving wolf
Arnoux	Boy	Eagle wolf
Arnulf	Boy	Wolf; Eagle; One who likes to go high
Arnulfo	Boy	One who has the eagle and wolf power; Powerful person
Asena	Unisex	Strength; Royalty; Wolf
Azouf	Boy	Aesir's wolf
Bardalph	Boy	Ax Wolf
Bardawulf	Boy	Ax and wolf

Bardolphe	Boy	A bright wolf
Bardou	Boy	Ax-wielding wolf
Bardoul	Boy	Bright wolf, ax-wielding wolf
Bardulf	Boy	Bright wolf, ax-wielding wolf
Barduwulf	Boy	An ax-weilding wolf
Barwolf	Boy	Ax Wolf
Beorhtwulf	Boy	To have the light and brightness of a wolf
Beorthwulf	Boy	One who is like a bear and a wolf
Beowulf	Boy	Bee wolf; Bear; Battle wolf
Berhtwulf	Boy	He is the wolf of the light

Bernulf	Boy	He who is like a wolf and a bear
Bertulf	Boy	To be like a wolf and bear
Bleddyn	Boy	Wolf Hero
Bleiz	Boy	Old Breton word meaning wolf
Blevine	Unisex	A child who is like a wolf cub
Borris	Boy	He who is like a short wolf
Botewolf	Boy	A name that means Herald Wolf
Botolf	Boy	He is a herald wolf
Botolph	Boy	One who is like a herald wolf
Botolphe	Boy	A man who is like a herald wolf

Botulf	Boy	One who is compared to a wolf
Botwolf	Boy	He who is wolf-like
Chann	Boy	Officer of church; A young wolf
Channe	Boy	A young Wolf
Channon	Boy	Wolf's babies; the wise one
Clell	Boy	Descendant of the wolf family
Conan	Boy	Little wolf or hound
Conner	Boy	Wolf; Hunter; Inspector
Conor	Boy	Dog; Wolf
Cuan	Boy	Little wolf; Llittle hound

Cuetlachtli	Boy	Nahuatl word for wolf
Cunignos	Boy	A little Wolf
Cuthwulf	Boy	Wolf; one filled with power
Dolf	Unisex	Noble wolf; They are responsible and kind people
Dolph	Boy	Noble wolf
Dolphus	Boy	Majestic Noble Wolf; determined and noble
Duko	Boy	Famous wolf
Eadwulf	Boy	A person who is idealistic and has inspirational qualities; Fortune wolf
Eeriuffi	Boy	Warrior wolf
Endri	Boy	Strong wolf

Ernouf	Boy	Wolf eagle
Ethelwulf	Boy	A noble wolf
Faelan	Unisex	Little wolf
Faelen	Unisex	Like a wolf
Faolan	Boy	Little wolf
Farkas	Boy	He who is like a wolf
Faylen	Unisex	Young wolf
Fillan	Boy	A little Wolf; name of a saint
Freki	Boy	Odin's wolf
Fridolf	Boy	Peaceful wolf

Fridolph	Boy	A peaceful wolf
Gundulf	Boy	Wolf of war
Gurgen	Boy	Wolf
Hardulph	Boy	Brave wolf; Old Anglo Saxon; The hill
Harou	Boy	The army's wolf
Hati	Boy	the name of a mythical wolf; Golden
Heardwulf	Boy	Strong wolf; Brave
Hebrewulf	Boy	Wolf
Heoruwulf	Boy	A wolf pack
Hildwulf	Boy	One who is like a wolf in the battle

Hrolf	Boy	Wolf
Hrolleif	Boy	Old wolf
Ingolf	Boy	Wolf
Ingouf	Boy	God Ing's wolf; Warrior
Ivailo	Boy	Variant transcription of Ivaylo; Wolf
Kenneally	Boy	Head of wolf
Liudolf	Boy	A famous wolf; Germanic word Hludwolf
Lobo	Boy	A person who is like a Wolf
Lopez	Unisex	Son of Lope; Wolf
Lovel	Boy	One who is like a young wolf

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If you want your child to have a name referring to an animal, remember to pick an animal that embodies several good qualities. Baby boy names meaning wolf stand for qualities such as strength, courage, adaptability, and responsibility. A wolf is known for being a highly ferocious creature who is also extremely loyal and loving to its kind. It can live in various harsh climates, making it a resilient beast. So if you want a perfect name for your tough baby boy, look no further than one that means wolf.

Infographic: Wonderful Baby Boy Names Meaning Wolf

Animals represent certain qualities that humans find admirable. The wolf stands for courage, loyalty, and perseverance. Parents choose these names, hoping their son will become as courageous and strong as the wolf. The infographic below can introduce you to some of the names meaning wolf, which you may find interesting.

perky baby boy names that wolf (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which boy names mean wolf king?

Conri, an Irish Gaelic name, means 'wolf king.' Some other names with somewhat similar meanings are Adalwolf and Dolph, meaning 'noble wolf.'

2. Which boy's names mean god's wolf?

Many boy names signify wolf or wolf-like qualities. Ozouf, a masculine name with Icelandic and Hebrew origins, denotes god's wolf or a warrior.

3. Which boy's names mean wise wolf?

Beowulf is an Anglo name implying an 'intelligent wolf.' Conan is another Gaelic masculine name with meanings like 'wise' and 'wolf.' Ralph is a boy's name that means 'wolf' or 'wise counsel.

4. What is the Greek name for wolf?

Lykos is the Greek term for the wolf. Lycus is a Latinized form of Lykos and also means ‘wolf.’

5. Which Irish names mean wolf?

Faolán is an Irish boy's name that means ‘little wolf.’ Chann and Phelan are some other Irish names that mean ‘wolf.’

6. What is the Italian name for wolf?

Lupo is the Italian word for wolf. It is a surname that originated from the Latin term 'lupus.' Lupine is also the English spelling of the name Lupo.

7. How can a baby boy name that means wolf reflect the family's values or beliefs?

A wolf is a powerful animal that is known for its loyalty and close bond with family. So, if a family gives a name that means wolf to their child, it can indicate that they value these qualities. It can also mean that the parents want their child to act with freedom and face challenges head-on without fear.

References

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Gray Wolf.
https://www.nwf.org/Educational-Resources/Wildlife-Guide/Mammals/Gray-Wolf
Fenrir.
https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/moons/saturn-moons/fenrir/in-depth/
The Legend of Romulus and Remus.
https://carlos.emory.edu/htdocs/ODYSSEY/ROME/romulus.html

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