Rafal Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAH-fahl / ˈrɑːfɑːlHebrew; Polish
Meaning
Hebrew: God has healed; Polish: a variant of Raphael
Historical & Cultural Background
Rafal is a name with roots in Hebrew, often associated with the archangel Raphael, who is considered a healer. In Polish culture, Rafal is a common name that reflects the influence of biblical names in the region. The name has been popular in various forms across different cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Trend Summary
Rafal has seen moderate popularity in Poland and among Polish communities, with a steady presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rafał
International Variants
- Rafaël (French)
- Rafael (Spanish)
- Raffaele (Italian)
Famous people named Rafal
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rafal was first seen in the United States in 1977. Rafal has ranked as high as #1243 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Rafal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rafal (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |