What does the name Rafael mean?

The name Rafael means "God has healed".

How popular is the name Rafael?

In 2023, 1,614 babies were named Rafael in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Rafael is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Rafael is a name of Hebrew origin.

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Births Last Year: 1,614 →

All-Time Total: 87,404

Peak Year: 2006

Rafael is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name רָפָאֵל (Rafa'el) meaning "God has healed" or "God heals."

Boy names closely related to Rafael

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Girl names closely related to Rafael

Daniela Alessandra Alicia Elianna Elisa Aliana Jazmin Karla

Names with similar meaning to Rafael

Rafaela Raphael

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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