Boy name
Raphael name meaning
“God brings healing”
Raphael is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning God brings healing. It comes from Rafa'el, which combines elements referring to healing and God. Rafael is a spelling variant, and the name is known through the archangel Raphael, connecting this Hebrew form with religious tradition.
What does Raphael mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Raphael
From Hebrew Rafa'el, combining elements referring to healing and God. The name is known through the archangel Raphael.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Raphael
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Raphael, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Raphael Yustus Bonaventura
Meaning of each word
- Raphael: God brings healing
- Yustus: just and upright
- Bonaventura: good fortune, good luck
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Raphael Bonaventura Lasarus
Meaning of each word
- Raphael: God brings healing
- Bonaventura: good fortune, good luck
- Lasarus: God has given help
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Raphael Kristanto
Meaning of each word
- Raphael: God brings healing
- Kristanto: associated with Christ
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Meaning of each word
- Ezra: help or assistance
- Raphael: God brings healing
- Marcos: associated with Mars
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Raphael Yoksan
Meaning of each word
- Raphael: God brings healing
- Yoksan: catcher, trapper
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Meaning of each word
- Raphael: God brings healing
- Ezra: help or assistance
- Timotius: honoring God
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How to pronounce Raphael
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦥ꧀ꦲꦲꦺꦭ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮕ᮪ᮠᮈᮜ᮪ |
Is Raphael a boy’s name?
Yes, Raphael is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Raphael ranks #2,981 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names with related meanings
- Yusuf♂May God add
- Wahyu♂♀Divine message or inspiration
- Indra♂Name of the god of rain and thunder
- Abdullah♂Servant of Allah
- Ismail♂God hears
- Iwan♂God is gracious
- Daniel♂God is my judge
- Yohanes♂God has shown favour
- John♂God grants grace
- Firman♂God's word, divine command
- Denny♂Associated with the god Dionysos
- Deni♂Associated with the god Dionysos
Famous people named Raphael
- Raphael Maitimo · b. 1984
- Raphael Sahyudi · b. 1960
- Raphael Sandhy Cahya Priambodo
FAQ about the name Raphael
What is the meaning of Raphael?
Raphael means God brings healing. From Hebrew Rafa'el, combining elements referring to healing and God. The name is known through the archangel Raphael.
Is Raphael a boy’s name?
Yes, Raphael is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Raphael?
Raphael is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Raphael have?
Raphael has 3 syllables (Rap-ha-el) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Raphael?
Raphael ranks #2,981 among boy names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Raphael?
Other spellings: Rafael.
What full names go well with Raphael?
Some ideas: Raphael Yustus Bonaventura; Raphael Bonaventura Lasarus; Raphael Kristanto.
Famous people named Raphael?
Notable people named Raphael include Raphael Maitimo, Raphael Sahyudi, Raphael Sandhy Cahya Priambodo.
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