Raphel
boy nameRaphel entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #3314 in 1969, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#3314
peak (1969)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3829 |
| 1940s | #3430 |
| 1960s | #3314 |
| 1970s | #4542 |
| 1980s | #4853 |
| 1990s | #6428 |
| 2000s | #10710 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Raphel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Raphel alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Raphel in 2025?
- Raphel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Raphel most popular?
- Raphel peaked in 1969, reaching #3314 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Raphel with classmates?
- Raphel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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