Fabian vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fabian

Boy #444 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"of the bean growers (Fabii clan)"

Origin: Latin (faba = bean)

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Fabian Rank #444

Ralf Rank #32,528

Fabian is more popular, ranked #444 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Fabian or Ralf more popular?

Fabian is more popular, ranked #444 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Fabian and Ralf mean?

Fabian means "of the bean growers (Fabii clan)" (Latin (faba = bean) origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Fabian and Ralf boy or girl names?

Fabian is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.