Ralf vs Jim

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,528
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,434
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ralf Rank #32,528
Jim Rank #4,434

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Jim more popular?

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Jim mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Jim boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Jim is primarily a boy name.

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