Ralf vs Nilson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #6,413 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Son of Nils (Neil); son of the champion"

Origin: Old Norse/Scandinavian

Scandinavian Norwegian Swedish American

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Nilson Rank #6,413

Nilson is more popular, ranked #6413 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Nilson more popular?

Nilson is more popular, ranked #6413 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Nilson mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Nilson means "Son of Nils (Neil); son of the champion" (Old Norse/Scandinavian origin).

Are Ralf and Nilson boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Nilson is primarily a boy name.