Raffaela Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-feh-AH-lah / /raˈfɛː.ə.lə/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: God has healed; Hebrew: to heal
Historical & Cultural Background
Raffaela is the feminine form of Raffaele, which is derived from the Hebrew name Raphael. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Italy, where it is popular among Italian-speaking communities. It is often associated with religious connotations, given its biblical roots. The name has also gained popularity in other countries, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.
Trend Summary
Raffaela has seen a moderate level of popularity in the United States, particularly among Italian-American families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raffaele
- Rafaela
International Variants
- Rafaela (Spanish)
- Rafaëlle (French)
- Rafaela (Portuguese)
- Rafaela (Catalan)
Famous people named Raffaela
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Fictional characters named Raffaela
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raffaela was first seen in the United States in 1898. Raffaela has ranked as high as #862 nationally, which occurred in 1922, and has been most popular in New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Raffaela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raffaela (1976)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 11 |
| 1914 | 17 |
| 1915 | 26 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 29 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 28 |
| 1922 | 34 |
| 1923 | 22 |
| 1924 | 27 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 19 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 14 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |