Ralf vs Pearson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,528
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ralf Rank #32,528
Pearson Rank #2,768

Pearson is more popular, ranked #2768 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Pearson more popular?

Pearson is more popular, ranked #2768 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Pearson mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Pearson means "son of Piers (Peter)" (English patronymic origin).

Are Ralf and Pearson boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Pearson is primarily a boy name.

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