Raffael
Boy nameRaffael has been given to 120 babies in the U.S. since 1980. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 189,786 boys was named Raffael.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
120
Peak year
2024 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1980
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Raffael — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Raffael.
Sibling name ideas for Raffael
Same era and popularity as Raffael, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Raffael?
Raffael has been given to 120 babies in the U.S. since 1980. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Raffael peak?
Raffael peaked in 2024, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Raffael a girl or boy name?
Raffael is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Raffael are boys).
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