Rephael
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rephael first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 70 babies have been named Rephael in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rephael is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,244 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #22,244
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Rephael
Rephael is a boy name .
Rephael is currently ranked #22,244 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rephael include Rep, Reph, Rephy, Rephie, Ael, Aely, Aelie, Rey, Reie, and Repkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
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