Ralf vs Hakan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #5,698 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"emperor, supreme ruler"

Origin: Turkic (Kagan)

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Hakan Rank #5,698

Hakan is more popular, ranked #5698 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Hakan more popular?

Hakan is more popular, ranked #5698 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Hakan mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Hakan means "emperor, supreme ruler" (Turkic (Kagan) origin).

Are Ralf and Hakan boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Hakan is primarily a boy name.