Raphael
Raphael: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɹæf.eɪˌɛl/ · /ˈɹæf.eɪ.əl/
Meaning and origin of Raphael
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Koine Greek Ῥᾱφᾱήλ (Rhāphāḗl), from Hebrew רָפָאֵל (Rāfāʾēl, literally “God cures/has healed”).
How popular is Raphael?
Since 1880, 323 girls and 24,258 boys in the U.S. have been named Raphael (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2057 in 1908. Its highest rank for boys was #394 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #394 for boys, with 807 babies given the name.
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Raphael FAQ
What does the name Raphael mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Koine Greek Ῥᾱφᾱήλ (Rhāphāḗl), from Hebrew רָפָאֵל (Rāfāʾēl, literally “God cures/has healed”).
What is the origin of the name Raphael?
Raphael is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Raphael?
Since 1880, 323 girls and 24,258 boys in the U.S. have been named Raphael (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2057 in 1908. Its highest rank for boys was #394 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #394 for boys, with 807 babies given the name.
Is Raphael a boy or girl name?
Raphael is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 323 girls and 24,258 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.