Ralf vs Zechariah

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
Zechariah Rank #902

Zechariah is more popular, ranked #902 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralf or Zechariah more popular?

Zechariah is more popular, ranked #902 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ralf and Zechariah mean?

Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin). Zechariah means "God has remembered" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ralf and Zechariah boy or girl names?

Ralf is primarily a boy name. Zechariah is primarily a boy name.

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