Rafael as a Male Name
Rafael is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Rafael for a boy get a name with a clear Spanish/Portuguese (from Hebrew) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Rafael means “God has healed” and is of Spanish/Portuguese (from Hebrew) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Raphael, Raphaël, Raffaele, Rafa.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Rafael across all genders, see the complete Rafael name meaning.
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Is Rafael a boy's name?+
Rafael is most commonly a boy's name. It means “God has healed” and is of Spanish/Portuguese (from Hebrew) origin.
What does Rafael mean?+
Rafael means “God has healed” and originates from Spanish/Portuguese (from Hebrew).