Rafael vs Rafaela

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Girl #3,078 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"God has healed, healed by God"

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Rafael Rank #222

Rafaela Rank #3,078

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 vs #3078 for Rafaela.

Is Rafael or Rafaela more popular?

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 compared to Rafaela at #3078 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Rafaela mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Rafaela means "God has healed, healed by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rafael and Rafaela boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Rafaela is primarily a girl name.