Ralf vs Hector

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #381 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"to hold fast, to restrain"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Hector Rank #381

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Hector more popular?

Hector is more popular, ranked #381 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Hector mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Hector means "to hold fast, to restrain" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Ralf and Hector boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Hector is primarily a boy name.