Ralf vs Shayar

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #24,965 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"poet, one who feels deeply"

Origin: Arabic sha'ara

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Shayar Rank #24,965

Shayar is more popular, ranked #24965 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Shayar more popular?

Shayar is more popular, ranked #24965 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Shayar mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Shayar means "poet, one who feels deeply" (Arabic sha'ara origin).

Are Ralf and Shayar boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Shayar is primarily a boy name.