Allen vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Allen

Boy #574 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome, cheerful"

Origin: Celtic

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Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Allen Rank #574

Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #574 for Allen.

Is Allen or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Allen at #574 in the United States.

What do Allen and Raphael mean?

Allen means "handsome, cheerful" (Celtic origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Allen and Raphael boy or girl names?

Allen is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.