Ralf vs Ira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #978 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"city of God (alternate interpretation)"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Ira Rank #978

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Ira more popular?

Ira is more popular, ranked #978 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Ira mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Ira means "city of God (alternate interpretation)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Ira boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Ira is primarily a boy name.