A male given name of Scandinavian origin, historically borne by Viking warriors and medieval rulers.
From Old Norse 'Hrólfr,' related to Germanic 'hrod' (fame) and 'wulf' (wolf), literally meaning 'famous wolf.' The name became famous through Rollo the Viking, who founded Normandy in medieval France.
Rolf/Rollo perfectly captures how Vikings who invaded France became the Normans—his name literally means 'famous wolf,' and his descendants conquered England in 1066, showing how one person's legacy can reshape history.
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