Hugh vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hugh

Boy #765 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"mind, intellect, spirit"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Hugh Rank #765

Ralf Rank #32,528

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Hugh or Ralf more popular?

Hugh is more popular, ranked #765 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Hugh and Ralf mean?

Hugh means "mind, intellect, spirit" (Germanic origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Hugh and Ralf boy or girl names?

Hugh is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.