Ralf vs Paul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #264 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"small, humble"

Origin: Latin Paulus

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Paul Rank #264

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Paul more popular?

Paul is more popular, ranked #264 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Paul mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Paul means "small, humble" (Latin Paulus origin).

Are Ralf and Paul boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Paul is primarily a boy name.