Rafaella Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-fah-EL-ah / /ræfəˈɛlə/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: God has healed; Hebrew: to be healed
Historical & Cultural Background
Rafaella is the feminine form of the name Rafael, which has roots in both Italian and Hebrew cultures. In religious contexts, the name is associated with the archangel Raphael, known as a healer. The name has gained popularity in various countries, particularly in Italy and among Spanish-speaking populations. It reflects a blend of cultural influences and has been embraced in modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Rafaella has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rafaela
- Rafaella
International Variants
- Rafaela (Spanish)
- Rafaella (Italian)
- Rafaële (French)
Famous people named Rafaella
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rafaella was first seen in the United States in 1986. Rafaella has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, New Jersey, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Rafaella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rafaella (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 34 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 49 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 37 |