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Adolfo

Adolfo is a name of Italian origin, derived from the Germanic name Adalwolf, composed of the elements "adal" meaning "noble" and "wolf" or "fierce". The name gained popularity in medieval Italy and was commonly found in Northern and Central regions, particularly in the Duchy of Milan and the Republic of Venice.

Historically, the name Adolfo was often bestowed upon individuals of noble or aristocratic birth. Notable individuals

In modern times, the name Adolfo is still found in Italy and is also used in other

The name Adolfo is associated with qualities of nobility, elegance, and a strong sense of loyalty. Its

with
the
name
Adolfo
include
Adolfo,
Duke
of
Calabria
(1735-1806),
a
member
of
the
House
of
Bourbon-Two
Sicilies,
and
Adolfo,
Prince
of
Bormio
(1854-1936),
an
Italian
prince
and
poet.
countries,
such
as
Brazil
and
Argentina,
where
it
was
introduced
by
Italian
immigrants.
According
to
Italian
government
statistics,
the
name
Adolfo
was
the
258th
most
popular
male
given
name
in
Italy
in
2019.
linguistic
roots
and
historical
significance
reflect
a
deeper
connection
to
the
Germanic
and
noble
traditions
of
Europe.
In
recent
years,
the
name
has
experienced
a
moderate
surge
in
popularity,
particularly
in
countries
where
Italian
culture
and
heritage
are
highly
valued.