Ralf vs Kalvin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #1,785 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, little bald one"

Origin: Latin calvus via French Cauvin

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Kalvin Rank #1,785

Kalvin is more popular, ranked #1785 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Kalvin more popular?

Kalvin is more popular, ranked #1785 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Kalvin mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Kalvin means "bald, little bald one" (Latin calvus via French Cauvin origin).

Are Ralf and Kalvin boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Kalvin is primarily a boy name.