Derrick vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Derrick

Boy #820 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

American English Dutch

8 High Risk

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

✓ All Clear

Derrick Rank #820

Ralf Rank #32,528

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Derrick or Ralf more popular?

Derrick is more popular, ranked #820 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Derrick and Ralf mean?

Derrick means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Derrick and Ralf boy or girl names?

Derrick is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.