Rafaela
Meaning of Rafaela
Originating from the Hebrew name Raphael, Rafaela is a feminine name that has gained popularity worldwide. It is derived from the Hebrew word "rapha" meaning "healing" and "el" meaning "God," making Rafaela's meaning "God has healed." With variations such as Raphaela, this name carries a sense of strength and resilience. Rafaela has gained traction in countries like Portugal and Brazil, where it is pronounced rah-fah-EH-lah. In Spanish-speaking countries, it is also pronounced similarly as rah-fah-EH-lah. The name's associations with healing and divine intervention make it an appealing choice for parents seeking a meaningful and elegant name for their daughter. In the United States, Rafaela has seen moderate usage over the years, consistently ranking within the top 4000 names given to newborn girls.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as rah-fah-EH-lah (/rafaˈela/)
Portuguese
- Pronunced as rah-fah-EH-lah (/ʁafaˈɛla/)
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Notable People Named Rafaela
| Rafaela Requesens is a prominent democracy activist and former president of the Federation of the Students Center of the Central University of Venezuela (FCU–UCV) known for her involvement in student protests in Venezuela. |
| Rafaela Guedes is a Brazilian submission grappler and Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt athlete with numerous championship titles. |
| Rafaela Aparicio, also known as Rafaela Díaz Valiente MML, was a renowned Spanish film and theatre actress. |
| Rafaela Zanella - Rafaela Köhler Zanella is a Brazilian model and beauty pageant titleholder who represented Brazil in the Miss Universe 2006 pageant. |
