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Frederick vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Frederick

Boy #424 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"peaceful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English German Scandinavian French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#424
Total SSA Count
741
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Raphael

Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish French English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#421
Total SSA Count
744
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Frederick Rank #424
Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #424 for Frederick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Frederick or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Frederick at #424 in the United States.

What do Frederick and Raphael mean?

Frederick means "peaceful ruler" (Germanic origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Frederick and Raphael boy or girl names?

Frederick is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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