Ralf vs Hermes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #3,980 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"messenger of the gods"

Origin: Greek

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Hermes Rank #3,980

Hermes is more popular, ranked #3980 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Hermes more popular?

Hermes is more popular, ranked #3980 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Hermes mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Hermes means "messenger of the gods" (Greek origin).

Are Ralf and Hermes boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Hermes is primarily a boy name.