Ralph
boy name#1046 in 2025Ralph entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #21 in 1914, ranks #1046 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1046
rank today
#21
peak (1914)
211
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #43 |
| 1890s | #30 |
| 1900s | #28 |
| 1910s | #23 |
| 1920s | #24 |
| 1930s | #30 |
| 1940s | #44 |
| 1950s | #65 |
| 1960s | #107 |
| 1970s | #176 |
| 1980s | #278 |
| 1990s | #485 |
| 2000s | #739 |
| 2010s | #1012 |
| 2020s | #1122 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ralph has been most popular in NY, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 146,000 people named Ralph are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ralph alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ralph in 2025?
- Ralph ranks #1046 among US boy names in 2025, with 211 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ralph most popular?
- Ralph peaked in 1914, reaching #21 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ralph with classmates?
- Ralph will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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