Ralf vs Ember

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #3,159 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"glowing coal, burning ember"

Origin: Old English/Norse

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Ember Rank #3,159

Ember is more popular, ranked #3159 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Ember more popular?

Ember is more popular, ranked #3159 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Ember mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Ember means "glowing coal, burning ember" (Old English/Norse origin).

Are Ralf and Ember boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Ember is primarily a boy name.