Ralf vs Jacob

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #41 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Supplanter; one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Jacob Rank #41

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Jacob more popular?

Jacob is more popular, ranked #41 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Jacob mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Jacob means "Supplanter; one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Jacob boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Jacob is primarily a boy name.