Ralf vs Horace

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
Horace Rank #5,423

Horace is more popular, ranked #5423 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Horace more popular?

Horace is more popular, ranked #5423 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Horace mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Horace means "relating to time or the hours" (Latin hora (time) origin).

Are Ralf and Horace boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Horace is primarily a boy name.

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