Ralf vs Layson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #6,595 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Lawrence"

Origin: English surname

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Layson Rank #6,595

Layson is more popular, ranked #6595 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Layson more popular?

Layson is more popular, ranked #6595 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Layson mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Layson means "son of Lawrence" (English surname origin).

Are Ralf and Layson boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Layson is primarily a boy name.