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Larry vs Ralph

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Larry

Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American British Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,070
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ralph

Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,153
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Larry Rank #1,070
Ralph Rank #1,153

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 vs #1153 for Ralph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Larry or Ralph more popular?

Larry is more popular, ranked #1070 compared to Ralph at #1153 in the United States.

What do Larry and Ralph mean?

Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin). Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin).

Are Larry and Ralph boy or girl names?

Larry is primarily a boy name. Ralph is primarily a boy name.

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