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Refael

rah-fah-EL

Refael is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God has healed. This name is of Hebrew origin, the Hebrew form of Raphael, meaning 'God has healed'. It signifies divine healing and restoration.”. It currently ranks #4516 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Refael Means

God has healed. This name is of Hebrew origin, the Hebrew form of Raphael, meaning 'God has healed'. It signifies divine healing and restoration.

The Story of Refael

In a world often needing mending, this name carries a profound promise: the echo of divine restoration.

Refael is a name deeply rooted in Hebrew tradition, a direct echo of the archangel Raphael. First recorded in 1993 and gaining prominence up to 2019, it signifies a sacred lineage of healing.

When you imagine your son embodying Refael, you see a compassionate soul, one who instinctively seeks to soothe and restore. He will possess a divine grace, bringing comfort and healing to those who need it most.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rafael Nadal

    Spanish professional tennis player, one of the greatest ever.

  • Raphael

    Renaissance artist and architect, painted the Sistine Madonna.

Personality Traits

healingdivinecompassionaterestorative

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#25 in 2019

Total Births

320

First Recorded

1993

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