Barry vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Barry

Boy #1,421 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"fair-haired, blonde head"

Origin: Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra

Irish English American Australian

12 High Risk

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

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Barry Rank #1,421

Ralf Rank #32,528

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Barry or Ralf more popular?

Barry is more popular, ranked #1421 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Barry and Ralf mean?

Barry means "fair-haired, blonde head" (Irish Gaelic Fionnbarra origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Barry and Ralf boy or girl names?

Barry is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.