Rafael vs David

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #31 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"beloved, darling"

Origin: Hebrew Dawid from dod

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Rafael Rank #222

David Rank #31

David is more popular, ranked #31 vs #222 for Rafael.

Is Rafael or David more popular?

David is more popular, ranked #31 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Rafael and David mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). David means "beloved, darling" (Hebrew Dawid from dod origin).

Are Rafael and David boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. David is primarily a boy name.