Ralf vs Timothy

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
Timothy Rank #208

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Timothy more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Timothy mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Ralf and Timothy boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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