Ralf vs Samson

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
Samson Rank #523

Samson is more popular, ranked #523 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Samson more popular?

Samson is more popular, ranked #523 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Samson mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Samson means "sun, like the sun" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Samson boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Samson is primarily a boy name.

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