Elwin vs Raffael

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elwin

Boy #6,714 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elf friend, friend of the elves"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Germanic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,714
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
El, Win, Eli

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Elwin Rank #6,714
Raffael Rank #6,868

Elwin is more popular, ranked #6714 vs #6868 for Raffael.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elwin ___

  • Elwin James
  • Elwin Lee
  • Elwin Ray
  • Elwin Scott
  • Elwin Eugene
  • Elwin Thomas

Raffael ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elwin or Raffael more popular?

Elwin is more popular, ranked #6714 compared to Raffael at #6868 in the United States.

What do Elwin and Raffael mean?

Elwin means "elf friend, friend of the elves" (Old English origin).

Are Elwin and Raffael boy or girl names?

Elwin is primarily a boy name. Raffael is primarily a boy name.

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