Ralf vs Nova

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #1,180 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"new, young"

Origin: Latin

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Nova Rank #1,180

Nova is more popular, ranked #1180 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Nova more popular?

Nova is more popular, ranked #1180 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Nova mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Nova means "new, young" (Latin origin).

Are Ralf and Nova boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Nova is primarily a boy name.