Boy · 265th of 24,088
Raul
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
88,076
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1995
Peak Popularity Year
1,521
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Raul 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 Raul has its origins in Old Germanic, meaning 'counsel ruler'. It evolved from Ragwald to Raul and is commonly used in Spanish-speaking cultures. The name conveys traits of leadership and wisdom. There is no direct biblical relevance associated with the name. It gained popularity in the 20th century and continues to be well-regarded today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/raʊl/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Raul is derived from the Old Germanic name 'Ragwald', which is composed of the elements 'rag' meaning 'counsel' and 'wald' meaning 'to rule'.
Meaning
counsel ruler
Language Evolution
Ragwald, Raul, Raúl
Historical Usage
Raul gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world during the 20th century, especially in Latin America and Spain.
Variants & Derivatives
Raúl, Ralph, Ralf
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Raul is often perceived as a strong and classic name, associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Raul Jimenez, Raul Gonzalez, Raul Seixas
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,521 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 1 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 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 456th of 7545 | 2,725 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 304th of 6773 | 6,226 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 264th of 7552 | 14,353 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 230th of 10718 | 16,052 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 217th of 16616 | 21,198 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 265th of 24088 | 20,147 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 512th of 23106 | 6,891 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5031st of 9204 | 54 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5469th of 12526 | 95 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5811th of 19264 | 136 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7171st of 27321 | 164 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20971st of 35406 | 35 |