Raul
Raul: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Raul
- A male given name from Spanish, an Anglicized form of Spanish Raúl.
How popular is Raul?
Since 1880, 484 girls and 88,040 boys in the U.S. have been named Raul (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3107 in 1934. Its highest rank for boys was #190 in 1980. In 2025 it ranked #634 for boys, with 440 babies given the name.
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Raul FAQ
What does the name Raul mean?
A male given name from Spanish, an Anglicized form of Spanish Raúl.
What is the origin of the name Raul?
Raul is listed as a name of Spanish origin.
How popular is the name Raul?
Since 1880, 484 girls and 88,040 boys in the U.S. have been named Raul (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3107 in 1934. Its highest rank for boys was #190 in 1980. In 2025 it ranked #634 for boys, with 440 babies given the name.
Is Raul a boy or girl name?
Raul is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 484 girls and 88,040 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.