Ansel finds folklore and mythology deeply fascinating. He enjoys researching these topics from cultures around the world.

The werewolf is a fascinating mythical creature that has evoked much curiosity. In mythical folklore, the werewolf is one of the creatures most commonly associated with shapeshifting. The ability of somber humans to shapeshift into dark, wolf-like creatures has mesmerized many minds with the belief of the supernatural. Conceptually, the werewolf's ability to transform is associated with curses and afflictions stemming from the gravity of sin.

Why Are Parents Naming Their Children After Werewolves?

There is a lot associated with a name. A name gives a person identity and a sense of belonging. A meaningful name that emphasizes character and determination gives an individual strength to overcome struggle. While there is a darkly sinister side to werewolves, they also have another side that is defined by a calm nature that allows them to engage in the struggle to accept and move forward with what they are; they are determined to overcome against all odds. It’s the inspiring qualities in werewolves that make them impactful.

For many parents, naming a child after a werewolf represents the balance of good and evil that presides in this world. It also symbolizes the struggle to overcome inner battles. Werewolf names signify courage and determination that is supported by a strong and powerful identity. While werewolves are often depicted as powerful masculine creatures, over the years a number of female werewolves and hybrids have emerged in fictional tales. Today, both male and female werewolf names have become exceedingly popular. Of course, the origin and meaning of a name has significant importance for many parents, so parents often choose werewolf names based on their cultural understanding and conceptualization of this fascinating creature.

The popular trend of naming kids after werewolves is likely linked to the newfound expression of these creatures through literature and movies—there is a new generation inspired to name both boys and girls after these powerful entities. The supernatural abilities of werewolves in fictional accounts have been awe-inspiring for many.

Below, you will find an epic list of wolf names and werewolf names for both boys and girls along with their meaning and origin. If you feel mesmerized by this therianthropic creature, you will have a lot to say. Feel free with your views and opinions in the comments section.

Wolf and Werewolf Names for Boys

1. Ernouf—Strong as a Wolf (Scandinavian)
2. Amoux—Eagle Wolf (French)
3. Coinin—Little Old Wolf (Gaelic)
4. Gerwulf—Spear Wolf (German)
5. Adalwolf—Noble Wolf (German)
6. Lowe—Little Wolf (French)
7. Fenris—Folkloric/Mythological Monster Wolf (Norse)
8. Rollin—Famous Wolf (Teutonic)
9. Maccon—Son of Wolf (Celtic)
10. Connor—Wolf Lover (Irish)
11. Guadalupe—Wolf valley (Arabic)
12. Barwolf—Axe Wolf (Old English)
13. Sandalio—True Wolf Spirit (Spanish)
14. Loup—Captivating Wolf (French)
15. Ulfred—Peace Wolf (Old English)
16. Dolphus—Noble Wolf (German)
17. Olcan—Wolf (Celtic)
18. Adalwolf—Noble Wolf (German)
19. Hrolleif—Old Wolf (Norse)
20. Audolf—Wolfs Friend (Norse)
21. Ranulfo—Wolf’s Shield (Teutonic)
22. Edon—Wolf (French)
23. Hildwulf—Wolf in Battle (Old English)
24. Llop—Wolf (Catalonian)
25. Botolf—Messenger Wolf (Old English)
26. Geirolf—Wolf Spear (Norse)
27. Lowell—Wolf Cub (Old French)
28. Hardulph—Brave Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
29. Dolph—Wolf (Teutonic)
30. Shumani—Thunder Wolf (Native American)
31. Radolf—Red Wolf (English)
32. Connery—Wolf Farmer (Celtic)
33. Maheegan—Wolf (Native American)
34. Bledig—Like a Wolf (Welsh)
35. Honehe—Wolf (Cheyenne)
36. Ethelwulf—Noble Wolf (Old English)
37. Lupus—Wolf (Latin)
38. Conall—Strength of a Wolf (Irish)
39. Faolan—Little Wolf (Irish)
40. Canagan—Wolf Cub (Celtic)
41. Tunstall—Wolf of Thor (Teutonic)
42. Maicoh—Wolf (Navaho)
43. Segolia—Wolf (Chipewyan)
44. Channing—Young Wolf associated with the Church (Old French)
45. Blaez—Wolf (Old Breton)
46. Ocumwhowurst—Yellow Wolf (Cheyenne)
47. Leidolf—Wolf Descendant (Norse)
48. Gunnolf—Fighting Wolf (Norse)
49. Hebrewulf—Wolf (English)
50. Vilkas—Wolf (Lithuanian)
51. Odwolfe—Wealthy Wolf (English)
52. Vigolfr—Battle Wolf (Icelandic)
53. Lycurgus—Wolf Fish (Latin)
54. Mgelika—Male Wolf (Georgian)
55. Vukasin—Wolf (Serbian)
56. Bardou—Bright Wolf (English)
57. Dolphus—Noble Wolf (German)
58. Hrolfr—Famous Wolf (Norse)
59. Caleb—Whole Hearted (Hebrew)
60. Adolfo—Noble Wolf (Latin)
61. Lykaios—Wolfish, wolf-like of a Fish (Greek)
62. Rollo—Famous Wolf (Teutonic)
63. Heoruwulf—Wolf Army (Old English)
64. Kuckunniwi—Little Wolf (Cheyenne)
65. Bleidd—Wolf (Welsh)
66. Adolphus—Noble Wolf (German)
67. Z’ev—Wolf (Hebrew)
68. Gunnolf—Fighting Wolf (Norse)
69. Wolfgang—Son of wolf (German)
70. Rendall—Wolf Shield (English)
71. Ingolf—Ing’s Wolf (Norse)
72. Conan—Wolf/Hound (Irish)
73. Theodulf—Wolf God (Old English)
74. Gorg—Wolf (Farsi)
75. Vuk—Wolf (Croatian)
76. Odolf—Prosperous Wolf (Old German)
77. Eyolf—Lucky Wolf (Norwegian)
78. Mingan—Grey Wolf (Native American)
79. Colin—Young Dog/In Whelp (Celtic)
80. Boris—Wolf (Bulgarian/Russian/German/Slovene)
81. Filtiarn—Lord of Wolves (Celtic)
82. Conchobar—Hound-Wolf (Irish)
83. Acwulf—Oak Medow Wolf (English)
84. Ullok—Wolf Sport (Old English)
85. Hrolleif—Old Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
86. Kadzait—Wandering wolf (Native Alaskan)
87. Okhmhaka—Little Wolf (Cheyenne)
88. Lobo—Wolf (Portuguese)
89. Wolfram—Wolf Raven (Teutonic)
90. Biryuk—Wolf (Molokan)
91. Vilks—Wolf (Latvian)
92. Teekon—Wolf (Athabascan)
93. Ulmer—Wolf Fame (Norse)
94. Chanteloup—Wolf Song (French)
95. Liekos—Wolf (Greek)
96. Bardalph—Axe Wolf (Old English)
97. Udolph—Wind Spirit (Lakota)
98. Conri—King of Wolves (Celtic)
99. Felan—Small Wolf (Celtic)
100. Teowulf—Mighty Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
101. Lupu—Wolf (Maltese)
102. Varg—Wolf (Old Norse)
103. Tikaani—Wolf (Ahtna Athabascan)
104. Rolf—Red Wolf (Teutonic)
105. Zayev—Wolf (Hebrew)
106. Convel—Wolf Warrior (Celtic)
107. Onai—Wolf (Tamil)
108. Arnou—Eagle Wolf (French)
109. Liudolf—Famous Wolf (Germanic)
110. Roukan—Wolf Counsel (Japanese)
111. Leloo—Wolf (Chinook)
112. Weylyn—Son of Wolf (Celtic)
113. Rezso—Famous Wolf (Teutonic)
114. Bodolf—Wolf Leader (Norse)
115. Wolfram—Raven and wolf hybrid (Germanic)
116. Faelen—Little Wolf (Gaelic)
117. Ulrich—Female Wolf (English)
118. Nuntis—Sun Wolf (Latin)
119. Randolph—Wolf Shield (Old German)
120. Dib—Wolf (Arabic)
121. Udolf—Wolf Wealth (Old English)
122. Conry—Wolf King (Irish)
123. Tchono—Wolf (Mongolian)
124. Ivaylo—Wolf (Bulgarian)
125. Randon—House Wolf (Old English)
126. Waya—Wolf (Cherokee)
127. Chinua—Wolf (Mongolian)
128. Mahigan—Wolf (Cree/Algonquin)
129. Vargynja—Little Wolf (Germanic)
130. Tidwulf—Time Wolf (Old German)
131. Randale—Wolf Shield (English)
132. Friduwulf—Peaceful Wolf (Old English)
133. Bighana—Wolf (India)
134. Rule—Famous Wolf (French)
135. Kweeuu—Wolf (Hopi)
136. Adoff—Noble Wolf (German)
137. Ulvelaik—Wolf Sport (English)
138. Rudi—Famed Wolf (German)
139. Ookami—Wolf (Japanese)
140. Woolsey—Victorious Wolf (English)
141. Randulphus—Wolf Emblem (Old German)
142. Farkas—Wolf (Hungarian)
143. Amarog—Wolf (Greenland-Inuit)
144. Velvel—Wolf (Yiddish)
145. Beowulf—Intelligent/Clever Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
146. Randi—House Wolf/Protector (English)
147. Maiyun—Wolf (Cheyenne)
148. Aatto—Noble Wolf (Finnish)
149. Raul—Wolf Counsel (Spanish)
150. Adolph—Noble Wolf (German)
151. Owein—Young Noble Wolf (Old English)
152. Ulmar—Famous Wolf (Old English)
153. Ranndy—House Wolf (English)
154. Geri—Odin’s Wolf (Norse Mythology)
155. Chann—Young Wolf (English)
156. Amwolf—Eagle Wolf (German)
157. Yowlumne—People associated with the wolf (Yokut)
158. Hrolf—Wolf (Norse)
159. Raff—Red Wolf (English)
160. Tate—Stalking Wolf (Native American)
161. Ze’ev—Masculine Wolf (Hebrew)
162. Nashoba—Wolf (Choctaw)
163. Eariuffi—Warrior Wolf (Greenlandic)
164. Bhangi—Wolf (Tibetan)
165. Zayev—Wolf with Zeal (Hebrew)
166. Sandulf—True Wolf (Old German)
167. Ulger—Wolf Spear (Old English)
168. Radulphus—Shield Wolf (English)
169. Ardwolf—Home Loving Wolf (English)
170. Ulrike—Wolf Ruler (German)
171. Rawlins—Wise Wolf Man’s Son (English)
172. Ozouf—Gods’s Wolf or Warrior (Scandinavian)
173. Rand—Shield Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
174. Lupo—Wolf (Italian)
175. Ulf—Wolf (Old German)
176. Bozkurtlar—Grey Wolf (Turkish)
177. Wselfwulf—Slaughter Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
178. Ty-Ohni—Wolf (Native American)
179. Aethelwulf—Noble Wolf (English)
180. Lyfing—Dear Wolf (English)
181. Wulfsige—Victorious Wolf (Old English)
182. Honiahaka—Little Wolf (Cheyenne)
183. Rhudi—Famous Wolf (English)
184. Timmeu—Wolf (Old Lenape)
185. Rodolfo—Famous Wolf (Spanish)
186. Landga—Wolf (Marathi)
187. Makoce—Earth Spirit Wolf (Lakota)
188. Skjoldolfr—Wolf Protector (Islandic)
189. Bleyine—Like a Wolf Cub (Old English)
190. Wolfrik—Wolf Ruler (German)
191. Raedwulf—Red Wolf (Germanic)
192. Lycidas—Wolf Son (Anglo-Saxon)
193. Cuan—Little Wolf/Hound (Irish)
194. Ujku—Wolf (Albanian)
195. Kurt—Wolf (Turkish)
196. Ziff—Wolf (Hebrew)
197. Owaisy—Wolf Warrior (Anglo- Saxon)
198. Ruid—Like a Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
199. Ralph—Wolf Counsel (Old English)
200. Hemene—Wolf (Nez Perce)
201. Zeeb—Wolf (Biblical)
202. Gonzalo—Wolf (Spanish)
203. Ulric—Wolf Power (English)
204. Raoul—Red Wolf (English)
205. Marrok—Knight Wolf (Arthurian legend)
206. Hazar-Shual—Wolf’s House (Biblical)
207. Freki—Odin’s Wolf (Norse)
208. Lyulph—Flaming Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
209. Otsoa—Wolf (Basque)
210. Lyell—Island Wolf (English)
211. Alarick—Supreme Wolf Ruler (English)
212. Maengun—Wolf (Ojibwe)
213. Amaguk—Wolf (Inupiat)
214. Rudolph—Famous Wolf (Old German)
215. Wulffrith—Wolf Peace (English)
216. Aegenwulf—Sea Wolf (Old English)
217. Fridolf—Peaceful Wolf (Old English)
218. Cana—Wolf Cub (Celtic)
219. Arnulf—Wolf and Eagle Power (Old English/Germanic)
220. Tala—Stalking Wolf (Sioux)
221. Wulfgar—Wolf-like Spear (English)
222. Bjomolf—Bear Wolf (Norse)
223. Phelan—Like a Wolf (Irish)
224. Ragnulf—Advisor Wolf (Germanic)
225. Mohegan—Wolf (American Indian)
226. Ardolf—Home Loving Wolf (English)
227. Randall—Shield Wolf (Old English)
228. Bardolf—Axe Wolf (Old English)
229. Toralu—Wolf (Telegu)
230. Channon—Young Wolf (English)
231. Ulf—Courageous Wolf Heart (Swedish)
232. Skoll—Sun-chasing Wolf (Norse)
233. Lyall—Wolf (Old Norse)

Wolf and Werewolf Names for Girls

1. Haquihana—Wolf (Arapaho)
2. Luperca —She wolf associated with Romulus and Remus (Latin)
3. Kiyiya—Howling Wolf (Yakima)
4. Faoiltiama—Lady Wolf (Irish)
5. Accalia—She Wolf (Latin)
6. Raffi—Red Wolf (English)
7. Larentia—She Wolf associated with nursing Remus and Romulus (Latin)
8. Tasha—Wolf (Caddo)
9. Botewolf—Herald Wolf (English)
10. Reule—Famous Wolf (French)
11. Conwenna—Wolf-Hound (Cornish)
12. Velvela—Wolf (Yiddish)
13. Louve—Female Wolf (French-English)
14. Cathwulf—Pure Wolf (Old English)
15. Adolpha—Noble She Wolf (German)
16. Ralphina—Wolf Counsel (Old English)
17. Seff—Wolf (Hebrew)
18. Lycandra—Wolfs Bane (Greek Mythology)
19. Ruelle—Famous Wolf (French)
20. Singarti—Wolf Spirit (Inukitut)
21. Cailean—Young Wolf (Gaelic)
22. Tamaska—Mighty Wolf (Hungarian)
23. Lupe—Wolf (Spanish)
24. Daciana—Wolf (Romanian)
25. Rudina—Legendary Wolf (Germanic)
26. Ylva—She wolf (Scandinavian)
27. Lovette—Wolf Cub (English)
28. Ayame—Demon Princess Wolf (Japanese)
29. Lupita—Water Wolf (Spanish)
30. Botolphe—Herald Wolf (English)
31. Raulina—Wise Wolf (Anglo-Saxon)
32. Ulrika—Wolf Ruler (English)
33. Bleddyn—Wolf (Welsh)
34. Otsana—She Wolf (Basque)
35. Randie—Shield Wolf (English)
36. Ulrica—Powerful Wolf (Swedish)
37. Lovetta—Like a young Wolf (English)
38. Randella—Shield Wolf (English)
39. Lovota—Good Natured Fast Wolf (English)
40. Otsanda—She Wolf (Basque)
41. Susi—Wolf (Finnish)
42. Adolfina—Noble She Wolf (German)
43. Louvel—Little Wolf (French)
44. Ulva—Wolf (German)
45. Adalwolfa—Noble She Wolf (German)
46. Honi—Wolf (Arapaho)
47. Loveta—Young Wolf (Old English)
48. Raula—Wise Ruler Wolf (French)
49. Agwang—Wolf (Afrikaans)
50. Lycaonia—She Wolf (Biblical)
51. Adoqhina—Feminine Noble Wolf (Teutonic)
52. Shunkaha—Wolf (Lakota)
53. Adolphine—Noble Wolf (Old English)

320 + More Wolf and Werewolf Names for Boys and Girls

Werewolves: Existence vs. Non-Existence

According to many relevant genres of myth and folklore, "lycanthropy" is the term used to describe the affliction of the werewolf. While many believe werewolves are figments of one’s imagination and dwell in the realms of fictional tales, a significant number also believe in the existence of this creature in the real world. There have been numerous claims about werewolf sightings made by people in different parts of the world. Also, studies carried out by cryptozoologists around the world have revealed bits and pieces that lead to belief in the existence of this creature. However, no conclusive evidence has surfaced till date.

Regardless of the school of thought, werewolves and their supreme ability to shapeshift and go on murderous rampages have inspired, influenced, and mesmerized people from all walks of life. Werewolf stories and movies are hugely popular with different age groups, though the excitement they engender in young children and teens is currently at another level.

Werewolves in Folklore

While the concepts of existence of werewolves are widespread, some of the most prominent werewolf variants are mentioned in European folklore of the Medieval period. The belief of supernatural, witches and werewolves have developed in a parallel manner through the Medieval Era, New World, Late Middle Ages and Early Modern period. Persecution, affliction and curses are three components that attribute to the level of strength and weakness in werewolves. The werewolf has become a subject of tremendous interest in folklore studies associated with witch-hunt and shapeshifting. Aside from being immensely popular in gothic culture and subculture, the werewolf is also the most popular mythical creature in mainstream genres spawning a new age of hybrid variants.

The Dark Side of Werewolves

Folklore and legends about a man shapeshifting into a dreadful werewolf and going on a diabolic killing spree when the moon is full are numerous. Furthermore, books and movies often theorize that werewolves pass their affliction to other humans by biting them. Over the years, an emphatic dark side of werewolves has been showcased in horror genres leading to a new wave of werewolf fiction, werewolf fantasy, and werewolf romance. Despite the darkness often associated with the werewolf, it is one of the most loved creatures by fans globally. Some of the popular fictional werewolf names that appear in legends, literature, films, television, comics, and fiction are mentioned below.

• Grubbs Grady- The Demonata (Darren Shan)
• Remus Lupin- Harry Potter Series (J.K Rowling)
• Michael Corvin- Portrayed by Scott Speedman (Movie-Underworld)
• Nina Pickering- Portrayed by Sinead Keenan (Being Human TV Series)
• Derek Hale- Character portrayed by Tyler Hoechlin (2011- Teen Wolf- TV Series)
• Delphine Angua von Uberwaid- Discworld (Terry Pratchett)
• Evo- Fictional character in DC/Wildstorm comics
• Lawrence Talbot- Portrayed by Lon Chaney Jr. (The Wolfman- Film Series)
• Eric Cord- Played by John J. York (Werewolf-TV Series)
• Jei- Fictional character found in Usagi Yojimbo comics
• Isaac Lahey- Portrayed by Daniel Sharman (2011- Teen Wolf- TV Series)
• Daniel “Oz” Osbourne- Portrayed by Seth Green (Buffy The Vampire Slayer- TV Series)
• Fenrir Greyback- Harry Potter Series (J.K. Rowling)
• George Sands- Portrayed by Russell Tovey (Being Human- TV Series)
• Draugluin- Legendarium (J.R.R. Tolkien)
• Jack Russell- Fictional character in Marvel Comics)
• Tom McNair- Portrayed by Michael Socha (Being Human- TV Series)
• Quentin Collins- Variations of characters portrayed by David Selby (Dark Shadows- TV Series)
• Fangface- Animation character in Cartoon Show (Fangface)
• Red Riding Hood/Ruby (Once Upon a Time- TV Series)
• Aardwolf- Fictional character that appears in Marvel Comics
• David Kessler- Played By David Naughton (An American Werewolf in London)
• Scott McCall- Portrayed by Tyler Posey (2011 Teen Wolf- TV Series)

© 2018 Ansel Pereira

Comments

Leah on September 17, 2020:

I want to know if i'm a wolf ASAP