Raphaella
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Raphaella
Raphaella is the feminine form of Raphael, derived from the Hebrew name רָפָאֵל (Rafa'el), meaning "God heals" or "God has healed" from the roots "rafa" (to heal) and "el" (God).
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Etymology
Raphaella is the feminine form of Raphael, derived from the Hebrew name רָפָאֵל (Rafa'el), meaning "God heals" or "God has healed" from the roots "rafa" (to heal) and "el" (God). The name is used primarily in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions, with historical significance in Christian angelology where Raphael is one of the archangels.
Raphaella currently ranks #5,362 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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