Ralf vs Alder

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #1,424 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"alder tree"

Origin: Old English alor

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Alder Rank #1,424

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Alder more popular?

Alder is more popular, ranked #1424 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Alder mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Alder means "alder tree" (Old English alor origin).

Are Ralf and Alder boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Alder is primarily a boy name.