Abiel vs Rafe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafe

Boy #1,311 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English British Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,311
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Abiel Rank #1,502
Rafe Rank #1,311

Rafe is more popular, ranked #1311 vs #1502 for Abiel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abiel or Rafe more popular?

Rafe is more popular, ranked #1311 compared to Abiel at #1502 in the United States.

What do Abiel and Rafe mean?

Abiel means "God is my father" (Hebrew origin). Rafe means "God has healed" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Abiel and Rafe boy or girl names?

Abiel is primarily a boy name. Rafe is primarily a boy name.

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