Ralf vs Ellison

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
Ellison Rank #2,058

Ellison is more popular, ranked #2058 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Ellison more popular?

Ellison is more popular, ranked #2058 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Ellison mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Ellison means "son of Ellis" (English origin).

Are Ralf and Ellison boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Ellison is primarily a boy name.

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