Vulpius

Vulpius is a Latin surname, derived from vulpes, meaning "fox." The name can refer to:

• People: Individuals bearing the surname Vulpius. Historically, this includes:

  • Christian August Vulpius (1762–1827): A German novelist and librarian. He was the brother-in-law of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. He is best known for his robber-knight novel, Rinaldo Rinaldini, the Robber Captain.

  • Potentially other individuals, both historical and contemporary, who carry the Vulpius surname. Genealogical research would be required to identify others.

• Fictional Characters:

  • The name may also be associated with fictional characters, though no widely recognized fictional character by that name is immediately apparent.

• Possible Variant Spellings and Related Terms:

  • While "Vulpius" is the standard form, variations or related terms stemming from the Latin root vulpes might exist in different languages and contexts. These are not direct equivalents but share the same origin.

• Heraldry: In heraldry, the fox is sometimes used as a charge, potentially connecting indirectly to families bearing the Vulpius name if their coat of arms features the animal.