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Yanni vs Rafa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafa

Boy #5,462 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God has healed, healing of God"

Origin: Hebrew Refa'el

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Middle Eastern Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,462
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Yanni Rank #5,518
Rafa Rank #5,462

Rafa is more popular, ranked #5462 vs #5518 for Yanni.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yanni or Rafa more popular?

Rafa is more popular, ranked #5462 compared to Yanni at #5518 in the United States.

What do Yanni and Rafa mean?

Yanni means "God is gracious" (Hebrew origin). Rafa means "God has healed, healing of God" (Hebrew Refa'el origin).

Are Yanni and Rafa boy or girl names?

Yanni is primarily a boy name. Rafa is primarily a boy name.

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