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Arthur vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arthur

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

Cultural Roots

English French Welsh British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#105
Total SSA Count
3,318
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,528
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Arthur Rank #105
Ralf Rank #32,528

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arthur or Ralf more popular?

Arthur is more popular, ranked #105 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Arthur and Ralf mean?

Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Arthur and Ralf boy or girl names?

Arthur is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.

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