Ralf vs Cary

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #3,642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pleasant stream"

Origin: Celtic

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Cary Rank #3,642

Cary is more popular, ranked #3642 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Cary more popular?

Cary is more popular, ranked #3642 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Cary mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Cary means "pleasant stream" (Celtic origin).

Are Ralf and Cary boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Cary is primarily a boy name.