Dollfus

German, diminutive of Adolph

Dollfus Origin and Meaning

The name Dollfus is a boy's name.

Dollfus is an extremely rare masculine name that originated as a Germanic surname. The name likely derives from a compound of 'doll' (possibly from a personal name or meaning 'soft, gentle') and 'fuss' (meaning 'foot'). While primarily known as a family name with historical presence in Alsace, Switzerland, and parts of Germany, its use as a first name is exceptionally uncommon. The surname gained some recognition through notable bearers like Adrien Dollfus, a French zoologist, and the Dollfus family that was prominent in Alsatian textile manufacturing. As a given name, Dollfus would be considered highly unusual and distinctive, perhaps chosen to honor a family surname or for its unique Germanic character and historical associations.