Ralf vs Calhoun

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,528
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ralf Rank #32,528
Calhoun Rank #6,030

Calhoun is more popular, ranked #6030 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Calhoun more popular?

Calhoun is more popular, ranked #6030 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Calhoun mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Calhoun means "from the narrow forest" (Irish/Scottish Gaelic Colquhoun origin).

Are Ralf and Calhoun boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Calhoun is primarily a boy name.

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