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Arturo vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Arturo

Boy #578 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bear, bear king"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Latin American Portuguese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#578
Total SSA Count
492
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Arturo Rank #578
Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #578 for Arturo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arturo or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Arturo at #578 in the United States.

What do Arturo and Raphael mean?

Arturo means "bear, bear king" (Celtic origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Arturo and Raphael boy or girl names?

Arturo is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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