Ralf vs Roy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #542 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"red (hair color)"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Roy Rank #542

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Roy more popular?

Roy is more popular, ranked #542 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Roy mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Roy means "red (hair color)" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ralf and Roy boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Roy is primarily a boy name.