Kevin vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kevin

Boy #196 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome at birth"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

English Irish American German French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#196
Total SSA Count
1,822
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Kevin Rank #196
Ralf Rank #32,528

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kevin or Ralf more popular?

Kevin is more popular, ranked #196 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Kevin and Ralf mean?

Kevin means "handsome at birth" (Irish Gaelic origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Kevin and Ralf boy or girl names?

Kevin is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.

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