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Raphael vs Rodrigo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rodrigo

Boy #482 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"famous ruler"

Origin: Visigothic/Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Brazilian Italian Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#482
Total SSA Count
640
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Raphael Rank #421
Rodrigo Rank #482

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #482 for Rodrigo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Rodrigo more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Rodrigo at #482 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Rodrigo mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Rodrigo means "famous ruler" (Visigothic/Germanic origin).

Are Raphael and Rodrigo boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Rodrigo is primarily a boy name.

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