Raphael

Rank 483rd Boy Name

In 2022, the name Raphael was 483rd most popular baby name for boys and 988th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 635 babies were named Raphael in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 5,291 babies in the United States were named Raphael. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 0.6% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Raphael is around 25 to 28 years old.

The name "Raphael" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Raphael is Raph.

Raphael Meaning & Origin

Raphael is a Hebrew name that translates to "God has healed," often associated with healing, restoration, and divine protection.

The name Raphael is described as artistic, sophisticated and heroic.

Pronunciation

Raphael is pronounced rap-hael in English. The name Raphael has 7 letters and 2, 3 or 4 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Raphael

  • The name Raphael is shared by an archangel in various religious traditions, including Christianity, Judaism, and Islam.

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Geography

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