Rafuel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rafuel first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 21 babies have been named Rafuel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rafuel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,623 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #15,623
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Rafuel
Rafuel is a boy name .
Rafuel is currently ranked #15,623 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rafuel include Raf, Rafu, Rafuy, Rafuie, Ray, Raie, and Rafkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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