Rafael (en. Rafael)

/ra.fa'el/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A Hebrew-origin name used as a proper name.
Rafael is a very common name among Catholics.
Rafael es un nombre muy común entre los católicos.
It refers to an archangel in Christian tradition and Judaism.
In the Bible, Rafael is known as the angel of healing.
En la Biblia, Rafael es conocido como el ángel de la sanación.

Etymology

It comes from the Hebrew 'רְפָאֵל' (Rafael), which means 'God has healed'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Rafael is at home.
Expression indicating that Rafael has arrived at a place.
Rafael está en la casa
Better than Rafael.
Phrase used to say that something is better than Rafael.
Mejor que Rafael
In the manner of Rafael.
Expression meaning to do something in the style of Rafael.
A la manera de Rafael

Related Words

Rafaela
Female version of Rafael.
Rafaela
rafaelino
Related to Rafael or his characteristics.
rafaelino
rafaelismo
Concept related to the qualities or character of Rafael.
rafaelismo

Slang Meanings

A very dear friend.
That guy is a rafael; he's always there when I need him.
Ese tipo es un rafael, siempre está ahí cuando lo necesito.
Someone who helps others a lot.
She is a rafael; she is always helping people.
Ella es un rafael; siempre está ayudando a la gente.