Rafela Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-FAY-lah / /ræˈfeɪlə/Hebrew; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: God has healed; Spanish: a variant of Raphaela
Historical & Cultural Background
Rafela is a feminine name derived from the Hebrew name Raphaela, which means 'God has healed.' It is often associated with the archangel Raphael in religious texts. The name has gained some popularity in Spanish-speaking countries as a variant of Raphaela. In various cultures, names derived from Raphael often carry connotations of healing and protection.
Trend Summary
Rafela has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raphaela
- Rafaela
International Variants
- Rafaela (Spanish)
- Raphaela (Hebrew)
- Rafaële (French)
Famous people named Rafela
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rafela was first seen in the United States in 1915. Rafela has ranked as high as #828 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rafela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rafela
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1915 | 6 |
1929 | 5 |