Rafael vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

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Rafael Rank #222

Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #222 for Rafael.

Is Rafael or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Alan mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Rafael and Alan boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.