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Rafael

“god has healed”

Origin
Spanish
Syllables
3
Popularity
77 of 100Popular
Nicknames
Rafa

About the name Rafael

Rafael is a masculine first name meaning “god has healed”, with roots in Spanish. The name has 3 syllables. It is fairly common. Common nicknames include Rafa.

Frequently asked about Rafael

What does the name Rafael mean?
The first name Rafael means “god has healed”.
Where does the name Rafael come from?
Rafael has its roots in Spanish.
Is Rafael a girls' or boys' name?
Rafael is a masculine first name (a boys' name).
How popular is Rafael?
Rafael is a fairly common first name.

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