Raoul Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-OOL / ʁa.ulFrench; Spanish
Meaning
French: wolf counsel; Spanish: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Raoul is derived from the Old German name Radulf, which means 'wolf counsel.' It has been used in various forms across Europe, particularly in France and Spain. The name has historical significance, appearing in medieval literature and among nobility. It remains a classic name in French-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Raoul has seen fluctuating popularity in the US, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raoul
- Ralph
International Variants
- Rául (Spanish)
- Raúl (Spanish)
- Ralph (English)
Famous people named Raoul
Raoul Wallenberg was a Swedish diplomat known for saving thousands of Jews during World War II.
Raoul Dufy was a French painter and designer, celebrated for his colorful works and contributions to Fauvism.
Raoul Bova is an Italian actor known for his roles in both Italian and international films.
Raoul Moat was a British man involved in a high-profile manhunt in 2010.
Fictional characters named Raoul
Raoul is a character in 'The Phantom of the Opera' by Gaston Leroux, known as the love interest of Christine Daaé.
Raoul is a character in the animated film 'The Aristocats,' serving as a supporting character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raoul was first seen in the United States in 1880. Raoul has ranked as high as #841 nationally, which occurred in 1928, and has been most popular in California, New York, Maine, Massachusetts, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Raoul has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raoul (1930)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 9 | |
MA | 7 | |
NY | 6 | |
ME | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 7 |
1890 | 7 |
1891 | 5 |
1897 | 9 |
1899 | 5 |
1900 | 6 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 7 |
1908 | 8 |
1910 | 8 |
1911 | 9 |
1912 | 16 |
1913 | 28 |
1914 | 24 |
1915 | 42 |
1916 | 32 |
1917 | 47 |
1918 | 42 |
1919 | 41 |
1920 | 38 |
1921 | 41 |
1922 | 31 |
1923 | 45 |
1924 | 43 |
1925 | 42 |
1926 | 41 |
1927 | 35 |
1928 | 53 |
1929 | 45 |
1930 | 45 |
1931 | 47 |
1932 | 43 |
1933 | 30 |
1934 | 38 |
1935 | 37 |
1936 | 38 |
1937 | 26 |
1938 | 30 |
1939 | 30 |
1940 | 35 |
1941 | 25 |
1942 | 36 |
1943 | 37 |
1944 | 21 |
1945 | 25 |
1946 | 30 |
1947 | 20 |
1948 | 34 |
1949 | 35 |
1950 | 34 |
1951 | 42 |
1952 | 27 |
1953 | 41 |
1954 | 33 |
1955 | 44 |
1956 | 47 |
1957 | 29 |
1958 | 34 |
1959 | 39 |
1960 | 34 |
1961 | 43 |
1962 | 38 |
1963 | 27 |
1964 | 32 |
1965 | 23 |
1966 | 18 |
1967 | 31 |
1968 | 32 |
1969 | 29 |
1970 | 38 |
1971 | 39 |
1972 | 23 |
1973 | 32 |
1974 | 18 |
1975 | 29 |
1976 | 25 |
1977 | 18 |
1978 | 29 |
1979 | 25 |
1980 | 22 |
1981 | 22 |
1982 | 24 |
1983 | 21 |
1984 | 13 |
1985 | 15 |
1986 | 20 |
1987 | 10 |
1988 | 17 |
1989 | 19 |
1990 | 15 |
1991 | 18 |
1992 | 25 |
1993 | 9 |
1994 | 13 |
1995 | 16 |
1996 | 15 |
1997 | 12 |
1998 | 17 |
1999 | 12 |
2000 | 11 |
2001 | 6 |
2002 | 15 |
2003 | 10 |
2004 | 11 |
2005 | 11 |
2007 | 10 |
2008 | 9 |
2009 | 14 |
2010 | 6 |
2011 | 6 |
2012 | 8 |
2013 | 7 |
2014 | 6 |
2015 | 9 |
2017 | 13 |
2018 | 7 |
2019 | 7 |
2020 | 6 |
2021 | 8 |
2022 | 9 |
2023 | 5 |
2024 | 5 |