Ralf vs Lavern

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #4,147 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"alder tree, from the grove"

Origin: French/Latin

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Lavern Rank #4,147

Lavern is more popular, ranked #4147 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Lavern more popular?

Lavern is more popular, ranked #4147 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Lavern mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Lavern means "alder tree, from the grove" (French/Latin origin).

Are Ralf and Lavern boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Lavern is primarily a boy name.