Raphiel
boy nameRaphiel entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #5200 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#5200
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #6056 |
| 1980s | #6094 |
| 1990s | #7178 |
| 2000s | #10921 |
| 2010s | #12136 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Raphiel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Raphiel alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Raphiel in 2025?
- Raphiel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Raphiel most popular?
- Raphiel peaked in 1988, reaching #5200 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Raphiel with classmates?
- Raphiel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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