Ralf vs Griffin

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
Griffin Rank #223

Griffin is more popular, ranked #223 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Griffin more popular?

Griffin is more popular, ranked #223 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Griffin mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Griffin means "strong lord, powerful chief" (Welsh origin).

Are Ralf and Griffin boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Griffin is primarily a boy name.

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