Randolph
Randolph first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 1952, when 1,817 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Randolph popular?
Vintage Randolph is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1952.
| 2020s | 133 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 434 | |
| 2000s | 799 | |
| 1990s | 1,572 | |
| 1980s | 2,900 | |
| 1970s | 4,020 | |
| 1960s | 8,195 | |
| 1950s | 15,496 | |
| 1940s | 7,555 | |
| 1930s | 2,854 | |
| 1920s | 2,735 | |
| 1910s | 1,857 | |
| 1900s | 414 | |
| 1890s | 267 | |
| 1880s | 193 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Randolph mean?
From the Germanic/Old Norse name Randwulf (Rannulfr), combining 'rand' ('shield, rim') and 'wulf/ulfr' ('wolf'), meaning 'shield wolf'. Note some Norman forms became confused with Rannulf ('raven wolf').
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Randolph mean?
Randolph means shield wolf. From the Germanic/Old Norse name Randwulf (Rannulfr), combining 'rand' ('shield, rim') and 'wulf/ulfr' ('wolf'), meaning 'shield wolf'. Note some Norman forms became confused with Rannulf ('raven wolf').
What is the origin of the name Randolph?
Randolph is of germanic origin.
How do you pronounce Randolph?
Randolph is pronounced “RAN-dolf.”
Is Randolph a boy or a girl name?
Randolph is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Randolph a popular name right now?
Randolph is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 1952.
How popular is the name Randolph?
In 2025, Randolph ranked #5003 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Randolph most popular?
Randolph was most popular in 1952, when about 1,817 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Randolph?
Names similar to Randolph include Rudolph, Reginald, Hugo, Herman, Wolfgang.
What names go well with Randolph?
germanic names that pair well with Randolph include Robert, William, Charles, Emma, Walter.