Ralf vs Holden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #281 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"deep valley; hollow valley"

Origin: Old English

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Holden Rank #281

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Holden more popular?

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Holden mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Ralf and Holden boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.