Ralf vs Johnson

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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Popularity Comparison

Ralf Rank #32,528
Johnson Rank #3,553

Johnson is more popular, ranked #3553 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Johnson more popular?

Johnson is more popular, ranked #3553 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Johnson mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Johnson means "son of John" (English origin).

Are Ralf and Johnson boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Johnson is primarily a boy name.

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