Ricky vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ricky

Boy #830 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong)

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Ricky Rank #830

Ralf Rank #32,528

Ricky is more popular, ranked #830 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Ricky or Ralf more popular?

Ricky is more popular, ranked #830 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Ricky and Ralf mean?

Ricky means "powerful ruler" (Old High German ric (power) + hard (brave/strong) origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Ricky and Ralf boy or girl names?

Ricky is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.