Roelofje

Roelofje Name meanings & History

A diminutive form of Roelof, which means "famous wolf". When borne by a female person, this name is a good example of how one can turn a very masculine name (Roelof) into a feminine name by simply adding the diminutive suffix -je to the original name. But when borne by a male person, this name is simply a pet form because of the diminutive suffix. Roelofje is mostly used in the Netherlands by families with an orthodox Protestant background, but can also be used by families who appreciate traditional and unique names.