Larkin vs Raife

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larkin

Boy #2,984 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rough, fierce (diminutive)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish English American

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Boy #3,108 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse

English British

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Larkin Rank #2,984

Raife Rank #3,108

Larkin is more popular, ranked #2984 vs #3108 for Raife.

Is Larkin or Raife more popular?

Larkin is more popular, ranked #2984 compared to Raife at #3108 in the United States.

What do Larkin and Raife mean?

Larkin means "rough, fierce (diminutive)" (Irish Gaelic origin). Raife means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse origin).

Are Larkin and Raife boy or girl names?

Larkin is primarily a boy name. Raife is primarily a boy name.