Rafeal
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About Rafeal
Rafeal represents a spelling variation of the more common Rafael or Raphael, names with Hebrew origins meaning 'God has healed.' This particular spelling maintains the pronunciation of the traditional name while offering a slightly different written form. The name carries significant religious importance, as Raphael is one of the archangels in Judeo-Christian traditions. Throughout history, the name has been popular across multiple cultures, particularly in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese-speaking countries. The variation Rafeal, though less common, provides a subtle distinction while retaining the name's rich heritage. With its flowing syllables and meaningful etymology, the name conveys both strength and spiritual significance.
Pronounced raf-eye-EL.
As of October 2026, Rafeal ranked #11663 in US births in 2020 SSA, peaked at #1507 in 1982.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |