Adolphus
Adolphus is a male given name that has its origins in the Germanic languages. It is derived from the elements "adal", meaning noble, and "wulf", meaning wolf. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, including Adolph, Adolf, and Dolph. Notable people with the name Adolphus include Adolphus Frederick, Duke of Cambridge, Adolphus Busch, and Adolphus Washington Greely.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Adolphus is of Germanic origin and is derived from the elements "adal", meaning noble, and "wulf", meaning wolf. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, including Adolph, Adolf, and Dolph.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
Several notable people have been named Adolphus, including:
- Adolphus Frederick, Duke of Cambridge (1774–1850), a member of the British royal family
- Adolphus Busch (1839–1913), co-founder of the Anheuser-Busch Company
- Adolphus Washington Greely (1844–1935), American Polar explorer, a recipient of the Medal of Honor
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