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Rafael

Rafael is a boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning God has healed.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginHebrew
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#238

What does Rafael mean?

God has healed

How popular is Rafael?

Popularity in the United States

Rafael has been given to 82,121 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.

About 1 in 1,171 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Rafael per year in the United States, 1880–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Rafael has been given to 6,822 babies in France since 1961, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Rafael per year in France, 1961–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 225,202 people called Rafael living in Spain, with an average age of 52.5.

82,121 Babies named since 1880
2000s Peak decade
Steady Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Rafael

What does the name Rafael mean?

Rafael means God has healed. It is of Hebrew origin.

Is Rafael a boy's or a girl's name?

Rafael is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Rafael?

Rafael has been given to 82,121 babies in the United States since 1880, peaking in the 2000s. It has held a steady level of use since.