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August vs Rafael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

August

Boy #88 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"great, magnificent"

Origin: Latin (augustus)

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#88
Total SSA Count
3,876
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Italian Hebrew English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#222
Total SSA Count
1,614
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

August Rank #88
Rafael Rank #222

August is more popular, ranked #88 vs #222 for Rafael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or Rafael more popular?

August is more popular, ranked #88 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do August and Rafael mean?

August means "great, magnificent" (Latin (augustus) origin). Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin).

Are August and Rafael boy or girl names?

August is primarily a boy name. Rafael is primarily a boy name.

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