Ralf vs Terrence

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralf

Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Boy #1,525 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"from the Roman gens Terentia"

Origin: Latin

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Ralf Rank #32,528

Terrence Rank #1,525

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ralf or Terrence more popular?

Terrence is more popular, ranked #1525 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Terrence mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Terrence means "from the Roman gens Terentia" (Latin origin).

Are Ralf and Terrence boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Terrence is primarily a boy name.