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Rolf

Meaning

From the Germanic name Hrolf (or its Old Norse cognate Hrólfr), a contracted form of Hrodulf (see RU

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Famous People Named Rolf

Rolf Hochhuth

Rolf Hochhuth (; 1 April 1931 – 13 May 2020) was a German author and playwright, best known for his 1963 drama The Deputy, which insinuates Pope Pius XII's indifference to Hitler's extermination of.

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Rolf Schock Prizes

The Rolf Schock Prizes were established and endowed by bequest of philosopher and artist Rolf Schock (1933–1986).

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Rolf Schock

Rolf Schock (; 5 April 1933 – 5 December 1986) was a Swedish–American philosopher and artist, born in Cap-d'Ail, France of German parents.

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Rolf Mellde

Rolf Mellde (1922 – March 2009) was an engineer who specialized in performance engines and also a car racing enthusiast.

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Rolf Gindorf

Rolf Gindorf (14 May 1939 – 26 March 2016) was a German sexologist.

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Rolf in Other Languages

Ancient GermanicHrolf
Ancient ScandinavianHrólfr
ArmenianRudolf
CroatianRudolf

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