Ralf vs Kelso

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

German Scandinavian English

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Boy #4,370 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"chalk ridge, chalk farm"

Origin: Old English

Scottish English American

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Kelso Rank #4,370

Kelso is more popular, ranked #4370 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Kelso more popular?

Kelso is more popular, ranked #4370 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Kelso mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Kelso means "chalk ridge, chalk farm" (Old English origin).

Are Ralf and Kelso boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Kelso is primarily a boy name.