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Raphael vs Saul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Saul

Boy #560 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"asked for, prayed for"

Origin: Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל)

Cultural Roots

Jewish English Spanish Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#560
Total SSA Count
529
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Raphael Rank #421
Saul Rank #560

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #560 for Saul.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael or Saul more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Saul at #560 in the United States.

What do Raphael and Saul mean?

Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin). Saul means "asked for, prayed for" (Hebrew Sha'ul (שָׁאוּל) origin).

Are Raphael and Saul boy or girl names?

Raphael is primarily a boy name. Saul is primarily a boy name.

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