Rafael vs Jude

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"praised, he will be praised"

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Rafael Rank #222

Jude Rank #156

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 vs #222 for Rafael.

Is Rafael or Jude more popular?

Jude is more popular, ranked #156 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Jude mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rafael and Jude boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.