Ralf vs Alexei

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

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Boy #2,778 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender, helper of mankind"

Origin: Greek 'alexein'

Russian Ukrainian Bulgarian Slavic Orthodox Christian

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Alexei Rank #2,778

Alexei is more popular, ranked #2778 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Alexei more popular?

Alexei is more popular, ranked #2778 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Alexei mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Alexei means "defender, helper of mankind" (Greek 'alexein' origin).

Are Ralf and Alexei boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Alexei is primarily a boy name.