Jakob vs Ralph

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jakob

Boy #1,123 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

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Jakob Rank #1,123

Ralph Rank #1,153

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 vs #1153 for Ralph.

Is Jakob or Ralph more popular?

Jakob is more popular, ranked #1123 compared to Ralph at #1153 in the United States.

What do Jakob and Ralph mean?

Jakob means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin).

Are Jakob and Ralph boy or girl names?

Jakob is primarily a boy name. Ralph is primarily a boy name.