How popular is the name Raoul in 2025?

Raoul is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Raoul most popular?

Raoul peaked in 1897, reaching #725 among US boy names.

Raoul will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Raoul entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #725 in 1897, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#725

peak (1897)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,500 people named Raoul are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Raoul alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Raoul in 2025?: Raoul is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Raoul most popular?: Raoul peaked in 1897, reaching #725 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Raoul with classmates?: Raoul will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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