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Yosef vs Raphael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yosef

Boy #612 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God will add, He shall increase"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Israeli Arabic Ethiopian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#612
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Yosef Rank #612
Raphael Rank #421

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 vs #612 for Yosef.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yosef or Raphael more popular?

Raphael is more popular, ranked #421 compared to Yosef at #612 in the United States.

What do Yosef and Raphael mean?

Yosef means "God will add, He shall increase" (Hebrew origin). Raphael means "divine healer" (Hebrew origin).

Are Yosef and Raphael boy or girl names?

Yosef is primarily a boy name. Raphael is primarily a boy name.

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