Kay vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Kay Rank #6,417
Ralf Rank #32,528

Kay is more popular, ranked #6417 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kay or Ralf more popular?

Kay is more popular, ranked #6417 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Kay and Ralf mean?

Kay means "rejoice; pure" (Latin origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Kay and Ralf boy or girl names?

Kay is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.

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