Akira vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Akira

Boy #2,515 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"bright, clear, luminous"

Origin: Japanese

Japanese American International

✓ All Clear

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

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Akira Rank #2,515

Ralf Rank #32,528

Akira is more popular, ranked #2515 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Akira or Ralf more popular?

Akira is more popular, ranked #2515 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Akira and Ralf mean?

Akira means "bright, clear, luminous" (Japanese origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Akira and Ralf boy or girl names?

Akira is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.