Ralf vs Rune

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #1,917 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"secret, mystery"

Origin: Old Norse

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Rune Rank #1,917

Rune is more popular, ranked #1917 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Rune more popular?

Rune is more popular, ranked #1917 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Rune mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Rune means "secret, mystery" (Old Norse origin).

Are Ralf and Rune boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Rune is primarily a boy name.