Ralf vs Rene

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #993 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"reborn, born again"

Origin: Latin

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Rene Rank #993

Rene is more popular, ranked #993 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Rene more popular?

Rene is more popular, ranked #993 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Rene mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Rene means "reborn, born again" (Latin origin).

Are Ralf and Rene boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Rene is primarily a boy name.