The baby name Arnulf is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɑːr.nʊlf/ (AHR-nulf).
The baby name Arnulf is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈɑːr.nʊlf/ (AHR-nulf).
Arnulf is in Origin.
Arnulf is a Germanic dithematic name from arn “eagle” and wulf “wolf,” meaning “eagle-wolf.” It appears in Old High German as Arnulf and in Old Norse as Arnúlfr; medieval records often Latinize it to Arnulfus. Though similar to Arnold, the names differ: Arnold pairs arn with wald “ruler,” while Arnulf keeps the wolf element.
The name was prominent in early medieval Europe, borne by Saint Arnulf of Metz (French Arnoul), Emperor Arnulf of Carinthia, and Duke Arnulf of Bavaria, and later by Prince Arnulf of Bavaria. Variants include French Arnoul/Arnulf, Italian Arnolfo, Spanish and Portuguese Arnulfo, German and Scandinavian Arnulf, and the scholarly Arnulfus. Usage declined after the Middle Ages but persists in German-speaking countries, Scandinavia, and the Hispanic world. Nicknames are uncommon, though Arn or Arni occur locally. Arnulf suits parents seeking a rare, pan-European classic with strong, archaic overtones.
| Arnulf of Carinthia Arnulf of Carinthia was a notable king of East Francia and later became the Holy Roman Emperor in the late 9th century. He is most famous for his role in consolidating power during a turbulent period in European history. His reign marked significant military and political efforts to stabilize and expand his territories. |
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway | Boys | 1973 | #144 | 6 | 503 |
| LT | Boys | 0 | #151 | 1 | 2,166 |
| NA | Boys | 0 | #252 | 2 | 6,830 |
| DK | Boys | 0 | #332 | 1 | 7,401 |
| PT | Boys | 0 | #381 | 1 | 7,951 |
| PH | Boys | 0 | #408 | 1 | 11,440 |
| Austria | Boys | 0 | #412 | 31 | 2,180 |
| GT | Boys | 0 | #497 | 3 | 7,625 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #505 | 1 | 9,305 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #526 | 1 | 12,621 |
| HK | Boys | 0 | #557 | 1 | 12,905 |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #622 | 1 | 9,244 |
| QA | Boys | 0 | #743 | 1 | 18,093 |
| Germany | Boys | 0 | #879 | 74 | 5,697 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #911 | 10 | 15,656 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #924 | 3 | 14,506 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,030 | 4 | 16,355 |
| CO | Girls | 0 | #1,152 | 1 | 16,140 |
| MX | Girls | 0 | #1,267 | 1 | 17,781 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,271 | 2 | 25,619 |
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