Raphael
boy name#394 in 2025Raphael entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #394 in 2025, ranks #394 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1882–2025
#394
rank today
#394
peak (2025)
807
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #801 |
| 1890s | #658 |
| 1900s | #688 |
| 1910s | #576 |
| 1920s | #635 |
| 1930s | #748 |
| 1940s | #808 |
| 1950s | #771 |
| 1960s | #727 |
| 1970s | #619 |
| 1980s | #594 |
| 1990s | #609 |
| 2000s | #667 |
| 2010s | #578 |
| 2020s | #466 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Raphael has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 20,500 people named Raphael are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Raphael alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Raphael in 2025?
- Raphael ranks #394 among US boy names in 2025, with 807 babies given the name.
- When was the name Raphael most popular?
- Raphael peaked in 2025, reaching #394 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Raphael with classmates?
- Raphael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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