Ken vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ken

Boy #3,299 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"handsome, born of fire"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Ken Rank #3,299

Ralf Rank #32,528

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ken or Ralf more popular?

Ken is more popular, ranked #3299 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ken and Ralf mean?

Ken means "handsome, born of fire" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Ken and Ralf boy or girl names?

Ken is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.