Rafael
Rafael is a Hebrew name meaning 'God has healed,' derived from the archangel Raphael who is known as the divine healer in Judeo-Christian tradition. The name has strong roots in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian cultures, where it's been beloved for centuries.
Current Popularity
#222 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Popular across multiple cultures with consistent spelling
- •Strong international appeal - easily pronounced in many languages
- •Associated with healing and protection through its angelic namesake
- •The 'ae' spelling (Raphael) is the traditional English variant
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Famous People
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Statistics
87,725
Total births since 1880
2006
Peak year
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