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Ralph vs Cove

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cove

Boy #1,212 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"small sheltered coastal bay"

Origin: Old Norse via English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,212
Total SSA Count
167
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ralph Rank #1,153
Cove Rank #1,212

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 vs #1212 for Cove.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralph or Cove more popular?

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 compared to Cove at #1212 in the United States.

What do Ralph and Cove mean?

Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin). Cove means "small sheltered coastal bay" (Old Norse via English origin).

Are Ralph and Cove boy or girl names?

Ralph is primarily a boy name. Cove is primarily a boy name.

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