Ralf Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRALF / /rælf/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
Wolf counsel; advisor to the wolf
Historical & Cultural Background
Ralf is a variant of the name Ralph, which has Old Norse roots. It was popularized in England during the Norman Conquest. The name has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. It has been associated with nobility and leadership throughout history.
Trend Summary
Ralf has seen fluctuating popularity in the US, with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ralph
- Ralfie
International Variants
- Ralf (German)
- Ralph (English)
- Raffaele (Italian)
Famous people named Ralf
Ralf Schumacher is a former Formula One driver known for his competitive racing career.
Ralf Hütter is a musician and founding member of the electronic music band Kraftwerk.
Ralf Rangnick is a German football manager and former player recognized for his tactical innovations.
Ralf Moeller is a German actor and bodybuilder known for his roles in action films.
Fictional characters named Ralf
Ralf is a character in the video game franchise 'Wreck-It Ralph' who is a video game villain.
Ralf is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ralf was first seen in the United States in 1920. Ralf has ranked as high as #1125 nationally, which occurred in 1963, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Ralf has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ralf (1963)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 9 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |