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Pedro vs Rafael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pedro

Boy #403 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Brazilian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#403
Total SSA Count
799
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Pedro Rank #403
Rafael Rank #222

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 vs #403 for Pedro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pedro or Rafael more popular?

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 compared to Pedro at #403 in the United States.

What do Pedro and Rafael mean?

Pedro means "rock, stone" (Greek via Spanish origin). Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin).

Are Pedro and Rafael boy or girl names?

Pedro is primarily a boy name. Rafael is primarily a boy name.

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