Ralf vs Bruce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish English Australian American

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Bruce Rank #540

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Bruce more popular?

Bruce is more popular, ranked #540 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Bruce mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin).

Are Ralf and Bruce boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Bruce is primarily a boy name.