Cory vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cory

Boy #1,097 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the hollow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,097
Total SSA Count
197
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Cory Rank #1,097
Ralf Rank #32,528

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cory or Ralf more popular?

Cory is more popular, ranked #1097 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Cory and Ralf mean?

Cory means "from the hollow" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Cory and Ralf boy or girl names?

Cory is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.

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