Ralf vs Gareth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #2,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gentle, gentleness"

Origin: Welsh

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Gareth Rank #2,658

Gareth is more popular, ranked #2658 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Gareth more popular?

Gareth is more popular, ranked #2658 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Gareth mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Gareth means "gentle, gentleness" (Welsh origin).

Are Ralf and Gareth boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Gareth is primarily a boy name.