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Perseus vs Rafe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Perseus

Boy #1,293 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"ravager, one who destroys"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,293
Total SSA Count
152
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Perseus Rank #1,293
Rafe Rank #1,311

Perseus is more popular, ranked #1293 vs #1311 for Rafe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Perseus or Rafe more popular?

Perseus is more popular, ranked #1293 compared to Rafe at #1311 in the United States.

What do Perseus and Rafe mean?

Perseus means "ravager, one who destroys" (Greek origin). Rafe means "God has healed" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Perseus and Rafe boy or girl names?

Perseus is primarily a boy name. Rafe is primarily a boy name.

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