Raguel Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: RAH-gwəl //ˈræɡ.wəl//
Origin: Hebrew; Latin
Meaning: Hebrew: 'friend of God'; Latin: 'to befriend'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Raguel has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the elements 'rag' meaning 'to befriend' and 'el' meaning 'God'. This etymology suggests a literal meaning of 'friend of God'.
The name appears in various forms throughout historical texts, including the Greek transliteration 'Ragouel' and the Latin 'Raguel', which were used in early translations of biblical texts. Raguel is notably mentioned in the Book of Enoch, an ancient Jewish text that dates back to the 3rd century BCE, where he is depicted as an archangel responsible for the spirits of men, further emphasizing the divine connection of the name.
In the context of biblical literature, Raguel is associated with the figure of the father-in-law of Moses, who is referred to as Jethro in the Hebrew Bible. This connection to a significant biblical character highlights the name's historical importance within Judeo-Christian traditions.
The name also appears in various apocryphal texts, which were influential in shaping early Christian thought and the understanding of angelology. During the Middle Ages, the name was adopted in various forms across different cultures, reflecting the syncretism of religious beliefs and practices.
Culturally, the name Raguel carries connotations of friendship, divine favor, and guidance, resonating with themes of support and companionship found in religious narratives. The name's association with angelic figures and its presence in sacred texts have contributed to its enduring significance in religious contexts.
While diminutive forms or variations may exist, the name Raguel itself remains a testament to its rich linguistic and historical heritage, embodying a blend of friendship and divinity that has persisted through centuries.
Fictional characters named Raguel
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Raguel is a fictional character from the biblical text Book of Enoch. He is one of the archangels who is often associated with the administration of justice and the punishment of sinners.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raguel was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Raguel has ranked as high as #5054 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in California, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Raguel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Raguel is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Raguel was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Raguel.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1991 | 10 | 10 |
| 1990 | 6 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 | 8 |
| 1988 | 13 | 13 |
| 1987 | 8 | 8 |
| 1986 | 16 | 16 |
| 1985 | 15 | 15 |
| 1984 | 8 | 8 |
| 1983 | 12 | 12 |
| 1982 | 9 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 |
| 1980 | 12 | 12 |
| 1979 | 9 | 9 |
| 1978 | 9 | 9 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 |
| 1975 | 14 | 14 |
| 1974 | 12 | 12 |
| 1973 | 8 | 8 |
| 1972 | 16 | 16 |
| 1971 | 18 | 18 |
| 1970 | 19 | 19 |
| 1969 | 9 | 9 |
| 1968 | 17 | 17 |
| 1967 | 11 | 11 |
| 1965 | 8 | 8 |
| 1963 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Raguel (1986)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |