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Name Origin

Wolfgang is a German masculine given name meaning 'traveling wolf'. It is composed of the elements 'wolf' (meaning wolf) and 'gang' (meaning journey or way).

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Famous People

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Composer

Prolific and influential composer of the Classical era.
Known for operas like 'The Marriage of Figaro', 'Don Giovanni', and 'The Magic Flute'.

Wolfgang Pauli (1900-1958)

Physicist

Won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1945 for his discovery of the exclusion principle.
Made significant contributions to quantum mechanics and particle physics.

Wolfgang Tillmans (1968-)

Photographer, Artist

Won the Turner Prize in 2000.
Known for his experimental and diverse photographic style.

Similar Names

Wolfram Volkmar

Sibling Names

Greta

A classic German name with a similar strong and timeless feel to Wolfgang.

Franziska

Another elegant German name, sharing the same Germanic roots and historical significance as Wolfgang.

Klaus

A traditional German name with a strong and masculine sound, complementing Wolfgang's boldness.