Rafiel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rafiel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 91 babies have been named Rafiel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rafiel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,260 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,260
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Rafiel
Rafiel is a boy name .
Rafiel is currently ranked #28,260 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rafiel include Raf, Rafi, Rafiy, Rafiie, Ray, Raie, and Rafkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rafiel include Rafi . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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