Ralf
boy nameRalf entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #1839 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#1839
peak (1963)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3618 |
| 1930s | #3413 |
| 1940s | #3124 |
| 1950s | #3046 |
| 1960s | #2903 |
| 1970s | #4976 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 1990s | #8800 |
| 2010s | #12086 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Ralf are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ralf alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ralf in 2025?
- Ralf is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ralf most popular?
- Ralf peaked in 1963, reaching #1839 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ralf with classmates?
- Ralf will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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