Ralf vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Cole Rank #162

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Cole more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Cole mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Ralf and Cole boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.