ADOLPHUS
Adolphus
Adolphus is a British surname of Germanic origin. It derives from the Old High German personal name 'Adolf', composed of the elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'wulf' meaning 'wolf'. The name was brought to England by the Norman invaders in the 11th century and has since been adopted as a surname by various families across the country.
Notable Individuals
Notable individuals bearing the surname Adolphus include:
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John Adolphus (1768–1845) – An English barrister and historian known for his writings on constitutional law and historical works.
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Prince Adolphus, Duke of Cambridge (1774–1850) – A member of the British royal family and the tenth child and seventh son of King George III.
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Gustavus Adolphus (Adolf) Wislicenus (1825–1902) – A German landscape painter who settled in England and became a member of the Royal Academy.
The surname Adolphus, though not as commonly found as some other British surnames, has maintained a presence in the country and continues to be passed down through generations in various family lines. It serves as a testament to the historical connections between Britain and continental Europe.
There are approximately 68 people named Adolphus in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Adolphus.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Emman
- Neal
- Robert
- Stephen
- Tony
Female
- Janet
- Joanne
- Judith
- Shirley