Raul
Raul is a Spanish and Portuguese form of Ralph, derived from the Old Norse name Raðulfr meaning 'wolf counsel' or 'wise wolf.' It carries a strong, confident energy and has deep roots in Hispanic and European cultures.
Current Popularity
#610 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Pronunciation is straightforward: rah-OOL
- •Popular in Spanish-speaking communities worldwide
- •Easy to spell and universally recognizable
- •Accent mark (Raúl) is optional in English-speaking countries
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Famous People
Raul Julia
Actor known for 'The Addams Family'
Raúl Castro
Former President of Cuba
Raúl González
Spanish football legend
Raul Esparza
Broadway actor and singer
Statistics
87,592
Total births since 1880
2000
Peak year
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