Ralf vs Ferris

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
Ferris Rank #2,466

Ferris is more popular, ranked #2466 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Ferris more popular?

Ferris is more popular, ranked #2466 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Ferris mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Ferris means "man of vigor, strong man" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ralf and Ferris boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Ferris is primarily a boy name.

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