Rafaela Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-FAY-lah / /ræˈfeɪ.lə/Hebrew; Spanish; Italian
Meaning
Hebrew: God has healed; Spanish: a feminine form of Rafael; Italian: derived from the same root as Rafael
Historical & Cultural Background
Rafaela is a feminine form of the name Rafael, which has biblical origins. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish and Italian-speaking countries. It is often associated with healing and divine protection due to its Hebrew roots. The name has gained popularity in modern times, especially in Latin American countries.
Trend Summary
Rafaela has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rafa
- Rafaella
International Variants
- Rafaela (Spanish)
- Rafaëlle (French)
- Rafaela (Italian)
Famous people named Rafaela
Rafaela Carrà was an Italian singer, actress, and television presenter known for her influential career in entertainment.
Rafaela Silva is a Brazilian judoka who won a gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Rafaela Pimenta is a Brazilian lawyer and sports agent known for her work in football.
Rafaela de Almeida is a Brazilian artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Rafaela
Rafaela is a character in the video game series 'The Legend of Zelda', known for her role as a guardian spirit.
Rafaela is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, serving as a powerful sorceress.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rafaela was first seen in the United States in 1887. Rafaela has ranked as high as #1286 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Rafaela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rafaela (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
FL | 15 | |
CA | 10 | |
TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1887 | 6 |
1889 | 6 |
1891 | 8 |
1892 | 5 |
1895 | 6 |
1897 | 5 |
1898 | 6 |
1899 | 8 |
1900 | 6 |
1901 | 7 |
1902 | 5 |
1903 | 19 |
1904 | 9 |
1905 | 8 |
1906 | 8 |
1907 | 6 |
1908 | 16 |
1909 | 23 |
1910 | 17 |
1911 | 18 |
1912 | 18 |
1913 | 25 |
1914 | 22 |
1915 | 24 |
1916 | 30 |
1917 | 28 |
1918 | 25 |
1919 | 26 |
1920 | 35 |
1921 | 42 |
1922 | 49 |
1923 | 42 |
1924 | 56 |
1925 | 48 |
1926 | 45 |
1927 | 41 |
1928 | 42 |
1929 | 37 |
1930 | 40 |
1931 | 33 |
1932 | 34 |
1933 | 29 |
1934 | 36 |
1935 | 21 |
1936 | 26 |
1937 | 25 |
1938 | 30 |
1939 | 12 |
1940 | 24 |
1941 | 13 |
1942 | 26 |
1943 | 21 |
1944 | 31 |
1945 | 27 |
1946 | 19 |
1947 | 21 |
1948 | 41 |
1949 | 33 |
1950 | 42 |
1951 | 29 |
1952 | 30 |
1953 | 31 |
1954 | 26 |
1955 | 17 |
1956 | 31 |
1957 | 20 |
1958 | 27 |
1959 | 26 |
1960 | 21 |
1961 | 16 |
1962 | 19 |
1963 | 28 |
1964 | 24 |
1965 | 23 |
1966 | 18 |
1967 | 19 |
1968 | 18 |
1969 | 15 |
1970 | 18 |
1971 | 20 |
1972 | 23 |
1973 | 24 |
1974 | 28 |
1975 | 22 |
1976 | 16 |
1977 | 18 |
1978 | 32 |
1979 | 24 |
1980 | 26 |
1981 | 26 |
1982 | 19 |
1983 | 37 |
1984 | 27 |
1985 | 21 |
1986 | 20 |
1987 | 16 |
1988 | 16 |
1989 | 26 |
1990 | 24 |
1991 | 30 |
1992 | 14 |
1993 | 22 |
1994 | 28 |
1995 | 17 |
1996 | 19 |
1997 | 16 |
1998 | 23 |
1999 | 28 |
2000 | 20 |
2001 | 21 |
2002 | 24 |
2003 | 22 |
2004 | 28 |
2005 | 32 |
2006 | 26 |
2007 | 27 |
2008 | 35 |
2009 | 41 |
2010 | 34 |
2011 | 60 |
2012 | 35 |
2013 | 31 |
2014 | 41 |
2015 | 38 |
2016 | 45 |
2017 | 32 |
2018 | 45 |
2019 | 55 |
2020 | 47 |
2021 | 40 |
2022 | 48 |
2023 | 48 |
2024 | 52 |