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Rafael vs Thiago

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafael

Boy #222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Italian Hebrew English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#222
Total SSA Count
1,614
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Rafael Rank #222
Thiago Rank #55

Thiago is more popular, ranked #55 vs #222 for Rafael.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rafael or Thiago more popular?

Thiago is more popular, ranked #55 compared to Rafael at #222 in the United States.

What do Rafael and Thiago mean?

Rafael means "God has healed" (Hebrew origin). Thiago means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rafael and Thiago boy or girl names?

Rafael is primarily a boy name. Thiago is primarily a boy name.

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