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Name Origin

Raphael is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God has healed.' It is derived from the Hebrew words 'rapha' (meaning 'heal') and 'el' (meaning 'God').

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Famous People

Raphael Sanzio da Urbino (1483-1520)

Painter and Architect

  • High Renaissance master
  • Known for frescoes in the Vatican
  • Famous works include The School of Athens and The Transfiguration

Raphael Saadiq (1966-)

Singer-Songwriter, Musician, Record Producer

  • Grammy Award winner
  • Known for soulful R&B and funk music
  • Former member of the group Tony! Toni! Toné!

Raphael Warnock (1969-)

Politician, Pastor

  • First Black Senator from Georgia
  • Pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta