Arnulfs

Arnulfs is a surname of Germanic origin. It derives from the Old High German personal name Arnulf, which is composed of two elements: "arn" meaning "eagle" and "wulf" meaning "wolf". Thus, Arnulf can be interpreted as "eagle-wolf". This name was popular among the Franks and later spread throughout Germanic-speaking regions.

The surname Arnulfs likely originated as a patronymic, meaning "son of Arnulf". Over time, as surnames became hereditary, the form Arnulfs emerged to denote individuals descended from an ancestor named Arnulf. Variations of the surname can be found across Europe, reflecting different linguistic adaptations and regional spellings.

Historically, individuals bearing the Arnulfs surname or its variants have been documented in various professions and social strata. Like many ancient surnames, its presence is recorded in historical documents, land records, and genealogical studies across several centuries. The distribution of the surname can provide insights into historical migration patterns and settlement areas of families bearing this lineage.