Origin of the name Ralph: From the Old Norse Rađulfr, Rathulfr, a compound name composed of the elements rađ, rath (counsel) and ulfr (wolf). The name, introduced by the Scandinavians, was reinforced by the Normans, who brought in the Germanic cognate Radulf, which is from the elements rād (counsel) and wulf (wolf).
Rafe is a variant of the name Ralph. It appeared in the 17th century and was popular but now Ralph is the more commonly found form. Ralph comes from the Norse word for 'Wolf', and is pronounced 'ROLF', Rafe can be taken to have the same meaning. Rafe could also be used as the pet form of Raphael.
English Meaning: The name Ralston is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Ralston is: Ralph's town. Surname.
Ralphie is a variant of the Old English name Ralph, meaning 'wolf counsel'. It was one of the most common boy's names in the early 20th century but has since declined in popularity.
The name Valdo is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Valdo is: Powerful; ruler. Famous Bearer: philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1832).
