Randolph
Meaning of Randolph
The name Randolph is a distinguished and classic choice for a baby boy, rooted in Old Norse origins. It derives from the elements "rann," meaning "house" or "shield," and "úlfr," meaning "wolf," collectively suggesting a protector or guardian of the home. Pronounced as RAN-dolf (/ˈræn.dɒlf/), Randolph carries an air of nobility and strength. A common variation of this name is Randy, which offers a more casual and approachable alternative. Although its popularity has seen fluctuations over the years, peaking notably in the mid-20th century, Randolph remains a timeless option with historical depth and an enduring appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as RAN-dolf (/ˈræn.dɒlf/)
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Notable People Named Randolph
| Randolph Churchill - Major Randolph Frederick Edward Spencer-Churchill was an English journalist, writer, soldier, and politician, known for his service as a Conservative Member of Parliament and for writing the first two volumes of the official life of his father, Sir Winston Churchill. |
| Randolph Caldecott was a renowned British artist and illustrator who greatly influenced children's book illustrations during the nineteenth century, and the Caldecott Medal was named in his honor. |
| Randolph Bresnik - Randolph James "Komrade" Bresnik is a retired US Marine Corps officer and NASA astronaut who has served as a flight engineer and ISS commander during his space missions. |
| Randolph Rogers was an American Neoclassical sculptor known for his works in Italy and major commissions such as the Columbus Doors at the U.S. Capitol and American Civil War monuments. |
| Randolph Silliman Bourne was a progressive writer and intellectual known for his influential essays, including the posthumously published "The State," which coined the phrase "war is the health of the state." |
| Randolph Barnes Marcy was a United States Army officer known for his influential frontier guidebook, the Prairie Traveler, and his role as chief of staff to his son-in-law George B. McClellan during the Civil War. |
| Randolph Apperson Hearst was the fourth son of William Randolph Hearst and Millicent Hearst, and the father of Patty Hearst. |
| Randolph Stone was an Austrian-American chiropractor, osteopath, and naturopath known for founding polarity therapy, and for his interest in Eastern concepts of energy medicine. |
| Randolph Baer Cohen is an American financial economist and MBA Class of 1975 Senior Lecturer of Entrepreneurial Management at Harvard Business School. |
| Randolph Chitwood - Walter Randolph "Ranny" Chitwood Jr. is a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon at the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. |
| John Randolph Sutton was an English singer and comic entertainer known for his performances in music hall and variety shows. |
| Randolph Childress is a former professional basketball player and assistant coach for Wake Forest University. |
| Randolph Edgar Haugan - Randolph E. Haugan was an American writer, editor, and publisher. |
| Randolph Perkins was a prominent American Republican Party politician who served as a representative for New Jersey's 6th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 1921 to 1936. |
| William Randolph Carpenter was a U.S. Representative from Kansas and a World War I veteran who passed away in 1956. |
