Gilbert vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gilbert

Boy #1,397 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bright pledge, noble hostage"

Origin: Old German (Gisilbert)

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Gilbert Rank #1,397

Ralf Rank #32,528

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Gilbert or Ralf more popular?

Gilbert is more popular, ranked #1397 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Gilbert and Ralf mean?

Gilbert means "bright pledge, noble hostage" (Old German (Gisilbert) origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Gilbert and Ralf boy or girl names?

Gilbert is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.