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Mike vs Ralph

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Mike Rank #1,011
Ralph Rank #1,153

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 vs #1153 for Ralph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mike or Ralph more popular?

Mike is more popular, ranked #1011 compared to Ralph at #1153 in the United States.

What do Mike and Ralph mean?

Mike means "God-like" (Hebrew origin). Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin).

Are Mike and Ralph boy or girl names?

Mike is primarily a boy name. Ralph is primarily a boy name.

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