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Ralph vs Kellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralph

Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,153
Total SSA Count
182
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kellen

Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,031
Total SSA Count
216
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ralph Rank #1,153
Kellen Rank #1,031

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1153 for Ralph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralph or Kellen more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Ralph at #1153 in the United States.

What do Ralph and Kellen mean?

Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Ralph and Kellen boy or girl names?

Ralph is primarily a boy name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.

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