Ralf vs Ames

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #2,018 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"friend"

Origin: Old French

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Ames Rank #2,018

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Ames more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Ames mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Ames means "friend" (Old French origin).

Are Ralf and Ames boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Ames is primarily a boy name.