Lionel vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lionel

Boy #561 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"young lion"

Origin: Latin

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Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Lionel Rank #561

Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #561 for Lionel.

Is Lionel or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Lionel at #561 in the United States.

What do Lionel and Raphael mean?

Lionel means "young lion" (Latin origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lionel and Raphael boy or girl names?

Lionel is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.