👦 Rafael — Name Meaning & Origin

Rafael

“God heals”

Gender👦 Boy
OriginSpanish
ReligionChristian
Used inPhilippines, Spain, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Equatorial Guinea, Aruba, Curaçao, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands
Numerology7 — thoughtful, wise and spiritual
Letters6 · starts with R
Popularity★★★☆☆

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of the name Rafael?

Rafael means "God heals" (Spanish origin).

Is Rafael a boy or girl name?

Rafael is a boy's name.

Which religion is the name Rafael from?

Rafael is used as a Christian name in Philippines, Spain, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Equatorial Guinea, Aruba, Curaçao, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands.

What is the lucky number for Rafael?

In Pythagorean numerology the name Rafael adds up to 7, linked with being thoughtful, wise and spiritual.

Name meanings come from the name's language of origin; many names carry more than one meaning in different languages and communities. Rashi and nakshatra follow the traditional first-syllable (Namakshar) method — for an exact rashi use the baby's birth chart.

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