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Roger vs Raul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Roger Rank #750
Raul Rank #610

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 vs #750 for Roger.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roger or Raul more popular?

Raul is more popular, ranked #610 compared to Roger at #750 in the United States.

What do Roger and Raul mean?

Roger means "famous spear" (Germanic origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are Roger and Raul boy or girl names?

Roger is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.

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