God has healed
A variant of the Hebrew name Raphael, derived from the elements 'rafa' (to heal) and 'el' (God). While the 'ph' spelling is more common in English-speaking countries, this 'ff' spelling is frequently found in German and Italian contexts. In religious tradition, Raphael is one of the archangels known for healing and protection.
About 9 boys were named Raffael in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Brazilian professional footballer
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