boy name · norse origin
Ulf
/ UULF /
Meaning
Ulf means wolf (norse).
Gender
Boy
Origin
norse
Pronunciation
UULF
What does Ulf mean?
From the Old Norse 'ulfr', meaning 'wolf'. A common standalone name in medieval Scandinavia and the source of the '-ulf' ending in many Norse compound names.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ulf mean?
Ulf means wolf. From the Old Norse 'ulfr', meaning 'wolf'. A common standalone name in medieval Scandinavia and the source of the '-ulf' ending in many Norse compound names.
What is the origin of the name Ulf?
Ulf is of norse origin.
How do you pronounce Ulf?
Ulf is pronounced “UULF.”
Is Ulf a boy or a girl name?
Ulf is most commonly used as a boy name.
What names are similar to Ulf?
Names similar to Ulf include Fafnir, Jormungandr, Brand, Torsten, Arne.
What names go well with Ulf?
norse names that pair well with Ulf include Eric, Erik, Freya, Odin, Astrid.