Rafael Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Rafael Name at a Glance

Name	Rafael
Meaning	God has healed.
Origin	Spanish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Rafael Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Rafael means “God has healed”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Rafael Name Origin

Our database records Rafael under Spanish origin. Browse more Spanish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Rafael a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Rafael is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Rafael

When considering Rafael for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.