Shawn vs Ralf

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shawn

Boy #639 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean)

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Boy #32,528 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"wolf counsel"

Origin: Old Norse Rádúlfr

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Shawn Rank #639

Ralf Rank #32,528

Shawn is more popular, ranked #639 vs #32528 for Ralf.

Is Shawn or Ralf more popular?

Shawn is more popular, ranked #639 compared to Ralf at #32528 in the United States.

What do Shawn and Ralf mean?

Shawn means "God is gracious" (Hebrew (Yochanan) via Irish (Sean) origin). Ralf means "wolf counsel" (Old Norse Rádúlfr origin).

Are Shawn and Ralf boy or girl names?

Shawn is primarily a boy name. Ralf is primarily a boy name.