Ralf vs Jakub

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #3,151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"may God protect, supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Jakub Rank #3,151

Jakub is more popular, ranked #3151 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Jakub more popular?

Jakub is more popular, ranked #3151 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Jakub mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Jakub means "may God protect, supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Jakub boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Jakub is primarily a boy name.