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Zack vs Rafe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Rafe

Boy #1,311 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God has healed"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English British Jewish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,311
Total SSA Count
148
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Zack Rank #1,388
Rafe Rank #1,311

Rafe is more popular, ranked #1311 vs #1388 for Zack.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zack or Rafe more popular?

Rafe is more popular, ranked #1311 compared to Zack at #1388 in the United States.

What do Zack and Rafe mean?

Zack means "God has remembered" (Hebrew origin). Rafe means "God has healed" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Zack and Rafe boy or girl names?

Zack is primarily a boy name. Rafe is primarily a boy name.

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