Nilson vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Nilson

Boy #6,413 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Son of Nils (Neil); son of the champion"

Origin: Old Norse/Scandinavian

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Nilson Rank #6,413

Ralf Rank #32,528

Nilson is more popular, ranked #6413 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Nilson or Ralf more popular?

Nilson is more popular, ranked #6413 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Nilson and Ralf mean?

Nilson means "Son of Nils (Neil); son of the champion" (Old Norse/Scandinavian origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Nilson and Ralf boy or girl names?

Nilson is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.