Rafel
boy nameRafel entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #2907 in 1968, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#2907
peak (1968)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4307 |
| 1930s | #3592 |
| 1960s | #3656 |
| 1970s | #4500 |
| 1980s | #5682 |
| 1990s | #8226 |
| 2000s | #9243 |
| 2010s | #12136 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Rafel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rafel alive today was born around 1980, making them about 45 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rafel in 2025?
- Rafel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rafel most popular?
- Rafel peaked in 1968, reaching #2907 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rafel with classmates?
- Rafel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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