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Shane vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shane

Boy #602 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#602
Total SSA Count
473
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Raphael

Boy #421 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"divine healer"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish French English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#421
Total SSA Count
744
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Shane Rank #602
Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #602 for Shane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shane or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Shane at #602 in the United States.

What do Shane and Raphael mean?

Shane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Irish origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Shane and Raphael boy or girl names?

Shane is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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