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Hendrick vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hendrick

Boy #1,575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Dutch German Scandinavian South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,575
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

Hendrick Rank #1,575
Ralf Rank #32,528

Hendrick is more popular, ranked #1575 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hendrick or Ralf more popular?

Hendrick is more popular, ranked #1575 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Hendrick and Ralf mean?

Hendrick means "ruler of the home" (Old High German origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Hendrick and Ralf boy or girl names?

Hendrick is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.

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