Rafael vs Angel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #63 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"messenger"

Origin: Greek

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Rafael Rank #222

Angel Rank #63

Angel is more popular, ranked #63 vs #222 for Rafael.

Is Rafael or Angel more popular?

Angel is more popular, ranked #63 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Angel mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Angel means "messenger" (Greek origin).

Are Rafael and Angel boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Angel is primarily a boy name.