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Raphael

Meaning: God heals

About Raphael

Raphael is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “God heals,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Rafael, Raphaël. Indicative pronunciation: RA-fa-el. Popular note: Artistic + timeless. When considering Raphael, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.

Origin

Hebrew

Variants

Rafael, Raphaël

Pronunciation

RA-fa-el

Popularity note

Artistic + timeless

FAQ — Raphael

What does the name Raphael mean?

Short meaning: God heals. See the long description above for cultural context.

What is the origin of Raphael?

Most associated origin: Hebrew.

Are there variants of Raphael?

Related forms: Rafael, Raphaël.