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Name Origin

Rafael is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God has healed.' It is a variant of the name Raphael, which appears in the Bible as one of the archangels.

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Famous People

Rafael Nadal (1986-)

Tennis Player

  • 22 Grand Slam singles titles
  • 14 French Open titles
  • Olympic gold medalist (singles)

Rafael Sanzio da Urbino (1483-1520)

Painter and Architect

  • High Renaissance master
  • Famous for paintings like 'The School of Athens' and 'The Transfiguration'
  • Influential figure in Western art