Ralf vs Cliff

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #3,023 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"steep rock face by a crossing"

Origin: Old English

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Cliff Rank #3,023

Cliff is more popular, ranked #3023 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Cliff more popular?

Cliff is more popular, ranked #3023 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Cliff mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Cliff means "steep rock face by a crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Ralf and Cliff boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Cliff is primarily a boy name.