Kalvin vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kalvin

Boy #1,785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, little bald one"

Origin: Latin calvus via French Cauvin

English American Scottish

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

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Kalvin Rank #1,785

Ralf Rank #32,528

Kalvin is more popular, ranked #1785 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Kalvin or Ralf more popular?

Kalvin is more popular, ranked #1785 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Kalvin and Ralf mean?

Kalvin means "bald, little bald one" (Latin calvus via French Cauvin origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Kalvin and Ralf boy or girl names?

Kalvin is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.