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Rafeal
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
925
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
43
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Rafeal stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Rafeal has its roots in Hebrew, meaning 'God has healed'. It evolved from the original Rafa'el to the more modern Rafeal. The name carries connotations of healing and strength, and while it has biblical origins, it is not directly mentioned in scripture. It has gained popularity through historical figures and cultural references.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/rəˈfeɪəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Rafeal derives from the Hebrew name רָפָאֵל (Rafa'el), which means 'God has healed'. It is often associated with healing and divine intervention.
Meaning
God has healed
Language Evolution
Rafa'el, Raphael, Rafeal
Historical Usage
The name Raphael has been used since biblical times, and it gained popularity in the Renaissance period due to the famous painter Raphael. The variant Rafeal has emerged in modern times as a popular alternative.
Variants & Derivatives
Rafael, Raphael, Rafe
Modern Popularity & Image
Rafeal is perceived as a strong and unique name today, often associated with creativity and strength. It is considered appealing in various cultures.
Famous People
Rafael Nadal, Rafael Benitez, Rafael Mendez
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 43 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 7 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3964th of 7552 | 72 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2683rd of 10718 | 217 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2391st of 16616 | 429 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7057th of 24088 | 157 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12559th of 23106 | 45 |