Ralf vs Gil

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #4,030 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"joy, happiness"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Gil Rank #4,030

Gil is more popular, ranked #4030 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Gil more popular?

Gil is more popular, ranked #4030 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Gil mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Gil means "joy, happiness" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Gil boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Gil is primarily a boy name.