Arnulfo
Arnulfo is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Spanish origin, meaning “Eagle wolf”.
| Meaning | Eagle wolf |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | ahr-NOOL-foh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Panama, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Arnulfo
Arnulfo is the Spanish form of Arnulf, from the Germanic 'arn', eagle, and 'wulf', wolf, two animals prized for strength in early Germanic culture. The name was borne by Saint Arnulf of Metz, a seventh-century bishop and an ancestor of the Carolingian dynasty, and by the Frankish emperor Arnulf of Carinthia. In Latin America Arnulfo has been used especially in Mexico and Panama; Arnulfo Arias was a twentieth-century Panamanian president.
Is Arnulfo a Christian name?
Saint Arnulf of Metz is honoured in Catholic tradition, and another Saint Arnulf is a patron of brewers.
How popular is Arnulfo?
Rare today; mainly found among older men in Latin America.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Arnulfo mean?
Arnulfo means 'Eagle wolf'. It is of Germanic, via Spanish origin.
Is Arnulfo a Christian name?
Saint Arnulf of Metz is honoured in Catholic tradition, and another Saint Arnulf is a patron of brewers.
How do you pronounce Arnulfo?
Arnulfo is pronounced ahr-NOOL-foh.
Is Arnulfo a boy or girl name?
Arnulfo is usually a boy name.