Olivia Chen

By Olivia Chen
Historical Naming Consultant

Updated on September 03, 2024

Rafal

US Popularity Rank: 11451

Origin: Polish

Meaning: God heals

Rafal is a masculine name of Polish origin with Hebrew roots. A variant of Raphael, it translates to “God heals,” making it a lovely way to share your faith with baby. In the Hebrew Bible, Raphael is mentioned as one of the archangels that visit Abraham in the oak grove, alongside Gabriel and Michael. If you can already sense baby’s artistic side, Raphael is also the name of the iconic Italian painter and architect who can give your little one’s plenty of inspiration. Whether you want to help baby celebrate your faith or hone their creative skills, the name Rafal makes for a classic choice.

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