Ralph vs Palmer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ralph

Boy #1,153 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse

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Boy #1,079 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pilgrim, palm branch bearer"

Origin: Old French

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Ralph Rank #1,153

Palmer Rank #1,079

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 vs #1153 for Ralph.

Is Ralph or Palmer more popular?

Palmer is more popular, ranked #1079 compared to Ralph at #1153 in the United States.

What do Ralph and Palmer mean?

Ralph means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse origin). Palmer means "pilgrim, palm branch bearer" (Old French origin).

Are Ralph and Palmer boy or girl names?

Ralph is primarily a boy name. Palmer is primarily a boy name.