Ralf vs Derek

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #258 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"ruler of the people"

Origin: Germanic

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Derek Rank #258

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Derek more popular?

Derek is more popular, ranked #258 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Derek mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Derek means "ruler of the people" (Germanic origin).

Are Ralf and Derek boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Derek is primarily a boy name.