Rafael
Rafael is a boy name that ranked #222 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1880. Its best recorded rank was #195 in 1985.
Latest rank
#222
Peak rank
#195
Reached in 1985
Total recorded usage
82,121
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1880
What To Know About Rafael
Rafael sits comfortably in the current US rankings, suggesting durable rather than trend-driven appeal. Its Hebrew heritage gives it a grounded quality that works across different naming styles.
Rafael is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Rafael appearing in official records as far back as 1880, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #195 in 1985, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: RAFAEL
Origin: Hebrew
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.