RAFAEL
The meaning of the unisex name Rafael is GOD HAS HEALED..
Details on RAFAEL:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- God has healed
- Popularity for Boy:
- 408th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 23,648th in the USA (bottom 20%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
1,614 births
RAFAEL as a BOY in 2024
7 births
RAFAEL as a GIRL in 2009
The meaning(s) of RAFAEL:
The name Rafael is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Rafael is: God has healed.
The name Rafael is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Rafael is: God has healed.
The name Rafael is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Rafael is: God has healed.
USA SSA birth(s) for RAFAEL:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name RAFAEL
RAFAEL as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1614 births |
| 2023 | 1515 births |
| 2022 | 1516 births |
| 2021 | 1489 births |
| 2020 | 1423 births |
| 2019 | 1391 births |
| 2018 | 1404 births |
| 2017 | 1276 births |
| 2016 | 1238 births |
| 2015 | 1223 births |
| 2014 | 1202 births |
| 2013 | 1207 births |
| 2012 | 1229 births |
| 2011 | 1274 births |
| 2010 | 1333 births |
| 2009 | 1343 births |
RAFAEL as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 7 births |
| 2008 | 6 births |
| 2006 | 8 births |
| 2005 | 5 births |
| 2004 | 7 births |
| 2003 | 8 births |
| 2002 | 9 births |
| 2001 | 6 births |
| 1999 | 7 births |
| 1998 | 12 births |
| 1997 | 10 births |
| 1996 | 10 births |
| 1995 | 10 births |
| 1994 | 12 births |
| 1993 | 21 births |
| 1992 | 16 births |
About the name RAFAEL
Rafael, a name rich with history and meaning, whispers of divine healing and protection. Originating from the Hebrew name רָפָאֵל (Rafa'el), it translates to "God has healed," embodying a sense of nurturing and restoration. This name carries with it the weight of angelic associations, as Raphael is often recognized as one of the archangels in Judeo-Christian traditions, symbolizing guidance and support. Popular across various cultures, Rafael finds a welcoming home in Spanish-speaking countries, where it resonates deeply in communities from Spain to Latin America. In Italy, it flourishes with a melodic charm, often shortened to Raffaele. The name also traverses borders in the Portuguese-speaking world, celebrated in Brazil and Portugal alike. With its gentle strength and spiritual connotations, Rafael is a name that not only honors heritage but also offers a timeless promise of hope and healing—a beautiful choice for a child destined to bring light into the lives of others.
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