Bolle

The name Bolle is derived from the Old High German term zwibollo and is translated as 'onion'. Particularly in Berlin and Brandenburg, the onion is still colloquially referred to as 'Bolle' today.

What does the name Bolle mean?

The name Bolle has its roots in the Old High German word zwibollo, which means 'onion'. In Berlin and Brandenburg, the term 'Bolle' is commonly used for onion. However, in the Danish spelling Bølle, the name means 'the rascal'. The first name Bolle originated in the Berlin area and became popular through the folk song 'Bolle reiste jüngst zu Pfingsten', which emerged in the early 1900s.

Where does the name Bolle come from?

Bolle is a masculine first name with Old High German and Danish roots and carries the meanings 'onion' and 'the rascal'. Old High German: zwibollo = onion; Danish: bølle = rascal. Distribution in languages: Old German, Danish, German, Scandinavian.

How do you pronounce Bolle?

The pronunciation of Bolle: The name consists of two syllables and has a soft, even sound. In the German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Bol-le' [ˈbɔlə], with the double 'l' structure creating a gentle connection between the syllables. The open ending '-e' enhances the soft sound. This makes Bolle appear friendly and calming - soft, round, and with a harmonious sound structure.

Popularity

In Germany, Bolle is a rather rare first name. The name currently ranks 5,840th on the list of the most common male first names. Its highest ranking was in 2013, when it reached 3,619th place. In the last ten years, Bolle has been given as a first name about 20 times, placing it 5,784th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,733rd.

Nicknames & pet names

Bo / Bolli / Bowling / Bowllard

Famous people

• Bolle reiste jüngst zu Pfingsten (German folk song)