Rafael vs Andrew

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Italian Hebrew English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#222
Total SSA Count
1,614
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Rafael Rank #222
Andrew Rank #68

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 vs #222 for Rafael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rafael or Andrew more popular?

Andrew is more popular, ranked #68 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Andrew mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Andrew means "manly, brave" (Greek origin).

Are Rafael and Andrew boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Andrew is primarily a boy name.

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