God has healed
A variant spelling of the Hebrew name Raphael. It is derived from the elements 'rafa', meaning to heal, and 'el', referring to God. In religious tradition, Raphael is one of the archangels known for healing and protection.
Less common today
Rapheal isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,219 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American football player
