Origin and Meaning of Rafeal
Meaning & Origin
God has healed
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Raphael, which combines 'Rafa' meaning 'to heal' and 'El' meaning 'God'.
Interesting Facts
- Rafeal is a variant of Raphael, which is a name attributed to one of the archangels in Judeo-Christian traditions, often associated with healing.
- The name is fairly common in Spanish-speaking countries, often spelled 'Rafael', and can also be found in variations in other cultures.
- Notable bearers include the famous Renaissance painter Raphael and various archangels in religious texts.
- The name Raphael was particularly popular in the 20th century and continues to have a steady presence in new generations.
- Related names include Raphaël (French), Raffaele (Italian), and variations like Raffaella for females.