Raul vs Alessandro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Raul Rank #610
Alessandro Rank #550

Alessandro is more popular, ranked #550 vs #610 for Raul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raul or Alessandro more popular?

Alessandro is more popular, ranked #550 compared to Raul at #610 in the United States.

What do Raul and Alessandro mean?

Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin). Alessandro means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Raul and Alessandro boy or girl names?

Raul is primarily a boy name. Alessandro is primarily a boy name.

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