Rafaela
Spanish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Rafaela
Rafaela means "God heals" and derives from the Hebrew name Raphael, combining the elements "rapha" (to heal) and "el" (God).
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Etymology
Rafaela means "God heals" and derives from the Hebrew name Raphael, combining the elements "rapha" (to heal) and "el" (God). The name is primarily used in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian-speaking Catholic communities, with roots in the Judeo-Christian tradition dating back to biblical times when Raphael was one of the archangels.
Rafaela currently ranks #2,922 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2011.
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