Rafael vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

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Rafael Rank #222

Raphael Rank #421

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 vs #421 for Raphael.

Is Rafael or Raphael more popular?

Rafael is more popular, ranked #222 compared to Raphael at #421 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Raphael mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rafael and Raphael boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.