God has healed
A variant of the Hebrew name Raphael, it is derived from the elements 'rafa', meaning to heal, and 'el', referring to God. While less common than the standard spelling, it retains the same spiritual significance associated with the archangel of healing.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Raphel in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NFL defensive back
