Raffaele
Raffaele is a boy's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
God has healed.
Origin and history
Raffaele is the traditional Italian spelling of the Hebrew name Raphael. It translates to 'God has healed' and carries deep roots in Judeo-Christian tradition. In the United States, it remains a distinct, understated alternative to the more common English spelling Raphael.
Popularity in the United States
1,079 babies in the United States have been named Raffaele since 1880. It ranks #3608 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1847.
States where it is most popular
- NY (92.3 %)
- NJ (7.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 67 |
| 1920-1930 | 46 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 21 |
| 1960-1970 | 141 |
| 1970-1980 | 193 |
| 1980-1990 | 144 |
| 1990-2000 | 130 |
| 2000-2010 | 120 |
| 2010-2019 | 121 |
| 2020-2029 | 80 |
Famous people named Raffaele
- Raffaele Caruso: Fashion Designer, Entrepreneur
- Raffaele Fitto: Politician
Nicknames
Raff, Rafe, Raffy
Fun facts
- Raffaele is the classic Italian rendering of the archangel Raphael's name.
- The name was widely used throughout the Renaissance across the Italian peninsula.