Ethelwulf
e-thelwu-lf,
eth(el)-wulf
Origin:British
Meaning:Noble wolf
Ethelwulf is a boy’s name with Old English roots. A combination of the terms æðele and wulf, signifying “noble” and “wolf,” respectively, Ethelwulf means “noble wolf.” This is a variation of Æthelwulf, the moniker borne by the 9th-century King of Wessex. Ethelwulf also shares its roots with the German name Adolf. Baby Ethelwulf is destined to be a great protector of their friends and family like a wolf taking care of their pack.
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