Raffiel
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Raffiel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 5 babies have been named Raffiel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Raffiel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,550 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #36,550
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Raffiel
Raffiel is a boy name .
Raffiel is currently ranked #36,550 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Raffiel include Raf, Raff, Raffy, Raffie, Iel, Iely, Ielie, Ray, Raie, and Rafkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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