Raul

Rank 552nd Boy Name

In 2022, the name Raul was 552nd most popular baby name for boys and 1,109th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 537 babies were named Raul in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 6,250 babies in the United States were named Raul. Today, the average age of someone named Raul is around 38 to 39 years old.

The name "Raul" is not common today.

The most common nickname for Raul is Rau.

Raul Meaning & Origin

Raul is a Spanish and Portuguese name that means "wise counsel" or "strong leader," evoking connotations of wisdom and strength.

The name Raul is described as determined, vivacious and charismatic.

Pronunciation

Raul is pronounced raul in English. The name Raul has 4 letters and 1, 2 or 3 syllables, depending on pronunciation.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Raul

  • The name Raul has been used in many popular culture references, including characters in films, television series, and literature. For example, in the novel and musical "Phantom of the Opera", Raoul is the childhood sweetheart of the main character Christine.

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Geography

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