Ralf vs Alaster

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #5,903 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender of men, protector of mankind"

Origin: Greek via Scottish Gaelic

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Alaster Rank #5,903

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Alaster more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Alaster mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ralf and Alaster boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.