Raphael vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raphael

Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Raphael Rank #421

Ralf Rank #32,528

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Raphael or Ralf more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Ralf mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Raphael and Ralf boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.