Ralf vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Jay mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Ralf and Jay boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.