Ralf vs Abel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"breath, vapor, impermanence"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Abel Rank #220

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Abel more popular?

Abel is more popular, ranked #220 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Abel mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Abel means "breath, vapor, impermanence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Abel boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Abel is primarily a boy name.