Ralf vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Ralf Rank #32,528

River Rank #112

River is more popular, ranked #112 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or River more popular?

River is more popular, ranked #112 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and River mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Ralf and River boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.