The nameRaphaële

Raphaële is a French girl's name of Hebrew origin, the feminine of Raphaël. It was popular in France in the early 1970s.

Meaning

Raphaële comes from Raphael, from the Hebrew Rephael, "God heals".

Origin

Hebrew.

History

The name peaked in France in the early 1970s. The spelling Raphaëlle is more common today.

Popularity of the name Raphaële

Raphaële in France

1971peak year (130 births)
2,900babies named Raphaële in France since 1900
065130 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Raphaële was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 910 births over the decade, 31% of all recorded babies named Raphaële. Its rise began around 1909, and it peaked in 1971. Half of all babies named Raphaële in France were born before 1971, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.

Variants and related names

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Raphaële mean?

Raphaële comes from Raphael, from the Hebrew Rephael, "God heals".

What is the origin of the name Raphaële?

Hebrew.

Is Raphaële a girl's or a boy's name?

Raphaële is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Raphaële?

Variants and related names of Raphaële include Raphael and Raphaëlle.