Rafe name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- Rafe
- Name Meaning
- "Rafe" Spanish, Portugese and German form of Raphael. From the Hebrew name Refael, meaning "God has healed". Raphael is the name of one of the seven archangels.
- Definition
- It is a masculine name that is of Old Norse origin.
- Pronunciations
- Ray-f
- Rey-F
- rafe
- IPA Notation
- ɹejˈf
- Syllable
- Rafe Syllable count: There are 1 syllable in the name Rafe
- Divide Rafe into syllables: rafe
- Stressed syllable in Rafe: rafe
- Sentences
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- Boys' Cross Country Runner of the Year: Rafe Holz
Rafe Overview and Analysis
Rafe Gender statistics
The name Rafe is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.
Popularity of the name Rafe
The name Rafe is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 4,870th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1,180 | 0.009% |
| Australia | 3,343 | 0% |
| Canada | 5,147 | 0.001% |
| United States | 8,543 | 0% |
| New Zealand | 38,885 | 0% |
Where to find Rafe?
The name Rafe is predominantly found in United Kingdom (UK), particularly in the state of East Wales (EW), where it constitutes 0.01% of the total population.
Rafe Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name Rafe has been Decreasing gradually. The name Rafe was most used in 2015 with a usage rate of 8.78%. It was least used in 1976 with a usage rate of 0.05%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
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Origin and History of the name Rafe
This name derives from the Proto-Germanic name “*Rēdawulfaz”, Old High German “Radolf / Radulf”, Old English “Rǣdwulf”, via Old Norse “RáðulfR”, composed of two elements: “*rēdaz”, meaning “help, advice, counsel, a decision” plus “*-wulfaz”, meaning “wolf”.
The name is also connected to the Germanic name (Hroðulf / Hruodolf), but it is not from the same root.
Radulf was the Duke of Thuringia (dux Thoringiae) from 632 or 633 (certainly before 634) until his death after 642.
According to the Chronicle of Fredegar, he was a son of one Chamar, a Frankish aristocrat.
He rose to power under the Merovingian king Dagobert I, who appointed him as dux in the former Thuringian kingdom, which Frankia had conquered in 531.
Rafe in Chinese
- Translation
- 拉费
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : lā fèi
Rafe in Numerology
| R | A | F | E |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | ||
| 9 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 3
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 6
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 3
Conclusions about the name Rafe
Should you named your son Rafe?
According to the gender statistics, the name Rafe is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Rafe is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Rafe is a boy.
Rafe is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.
Is Rafe a good name?
The name Rafe falls into the category of classic and timeless names. These names are often easy for babies to say and learn, adding to their enduring charm.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name Rafe?
Pros of the name Rafe:
- Uniqueness: Your child will likely be the only one or one of a few people with their name Rafe, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for nostalgia: Rafe may bring back fond memories for older generations.
- Potential for a sense of history: Rafe may have a long and interesting history, which can be a source of pride for your child.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Rafe is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.