Origin and Meaning of Raffael
Meaning & Origin
God has healed
Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name Rafa'el, which combines 'rafa' meaning 'to heal' and 'el' meaning 'God'.
Interesting Facts
- Raffael is often associated with the archangel Raphael in Judeo-Christian traditions, who is regarded as a healer and protector.
- The name is particularly popular in Italian-speaking countries, where it is spelled 'Raffaele'.
- Notable figures with this name include Raffaello Sanzio, also known as Raphael, a major figure of the Italian Renaissance.
- Raffael has seen varying levels of popularity across Europe, especially in Italy and Germany, where it continues to be a favored name.
- Variants of the name include Rafael (Spanish and Portuguese) and Raphaël (French).