Wolfgang
/ˈvɔlfɡaŋ(k)/
Wolfgang is a German male given name.
Wolfgang is a male given name.
Meaning: male given name (name)
What does it mean word for word?
The name is composed of the elements Wolf (wolf) and Gang (path, gait or way), meaning 'Wolf path'.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈvɔlfɡaŋ(k)/
Did you know?
- The word Gang in Wolfgang is related to the English word 'gang', but while the English word implies a group, the German root refers to a movement or path.
- The name Wolfgang belongs to a category of ancient Germanic names where animals like the Wolf were used to imbue the child with strength and courage.
- While Wolfgang is a traditional name, the word Gang in modern German can also refer to a 'course' of a meal or a 'gear' in a car.
Examples in context
- Wolfgang fing an, Deutsch zu sprechen.Wolfgang switched to German.Tatoeba #5844756 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #4660365 by Hybrid
- Tom und Maria besuchten Wolfgang und Elke.Tom and Mary visited Wolfgang and Elke.Tatoeba #8826639 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #7673571 by Hybrid
- Wolfgang ist Bäcker in einem kleinen Dorf in Deutschland.Wolfgang is a baker in a small village in Germany.Tatoeba #6098887 by Pfirsichbaeumchen, translation #4073331 by Hybrid
- 6 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Felix and Hannah are talking about a mutual friend.
- FelixHast du schon Wolfgang gesehen?Have you seen Wolfgang yet?
- HannahNein, ich habe Wolfgang heute noch nicht getroffen.No, I haven't met Wolfgang today yet.
- FelixEr möchte dich heute unbedingt sprechen.He really wants to speak to you today.
- HannahDann werde ich ihn später anrufen.Then I will call him later.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “wolfgang” translations and entries Wolfgang, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
