Ralf vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Ralf Rank #32,528

James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and James mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and James boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.