Raphiel
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Raphiel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1979.
Over 53 babies have been named Raphiel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Raphiel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,469 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,469
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Raphiel
Raphiel is a boy name .
Raphiel is currently ranked #30,469 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Raphiel include Rap, Raph, Raphy, Raphie, Iel, Iely, Ielie, Ray, Raie, and Rapkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Raphiel include Raphael . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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