Ralph vs Kolby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kolby

Boy #1,272 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark settlement, coal town"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,272
Total SSA Count
155
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Ralph Rank #1,153
Kolby Rank #1,272

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 vs #1272 for Kolby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ralph or Kolby more popular?

Ralph is more popular, ranked #1153 compared to Kolby at #1272 in the United States.

What do Ralph and Kolby mean?

Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin). Kolby means "dark settlement, coal town" (Old Norse origin).

Are Ralph and Kolby boy or girl names?

Ralph is primarily a boy name. Kolby is primarily a boy name.

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