Raffaella Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationrah-feh-AH-lah / /ra.fɛˈaː.la/Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Italian: God has healed; Hebrew: to be healed
Historical & Cultural Background
Raffaella is the feminine form of the name Raffaele, which is derived from the Hebrew name Raphael. The name has been popular in Italy and among Italian-speaking communities. It is often associated with religious and cultural significance, particularly in Christian contexts due to its biblical roots.
Trend Summary
Raffaella has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rafaela
- Rafaella
International Variants
- Rafaela (Spanish)
- Rafaella (Portuguese)
- Raffaelle (Italian)
Famous people named Raffaella
Raffaella Carrà was an Italian singer, dancer, and television presenter known for her influential career in entertainment.
Raffaella Fico is an Italian model and television personality recognized for her appearances in various reality shows.
Raffaella Burchielli is an Italian artist known for her contemporary art exhibitions.
Raffaella De Vita is an Italian actress celebrated for her roles in Italian cinema.
Fictional characters named Raffaella
Raffaella is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Revelations' known for her role in the storyline.
Raffaella is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball' who appears as a classmate of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raffaella was first seen in the United States in 1911. Raffaella has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Raffaella has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raffaella (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 8 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 20 |