Dylan vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dylan

Boy #28 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the sea"

Origin: Welsh mythology

Welsh English American Irish

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

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Dylan Rank #28

Ralf Rank #32,528

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Dylan or Ralf more popular?

Dylan is more popular, ranked #28 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Dylan and Ralf mean?

Dylan means "son of the sea" (Welsh mythology origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Dylan and Ralf boy or girl names?

Dylan is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.