Boys name · New Jersey
Rafael in New Jersey
Rafael was the 194th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 51 babies named Rafael that year. Since 1952, New Jersey families have named 2,946 babies Rafael.
Popularity over time
Rafael in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 9 | 293rd |
| 1964 | 25 | 229th |
| 1974 | 55 | 121st |
| 1984 | 42 | 143rd |
| 1995 | 41 | 177th |
| 2005 | 39 | 205th |
| 2015 | 27 | 302nd |
| 2025 | 51 | 194th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey climbed from 293rd in 1952 to 194th in 2025.
The most babies named Rafael in New Jersey in a single year was 79, in 1970. Its best showing was 96th among boys names in 1979.
Across the country, Rafael reached its best rank of 28th in Arizona (1910). See Rafael in every state →
How popular is Rafael in New Jersey?
Rafael was the 194th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 51 babies named Rafael that year. Since 1952, New Jersey families have named 2,946 babies Rafael.
How many babies are named Rafael in New Jersey?
In 2025, 51 babies were named Rafael in New Jersey. The most babies named Rafael in New Jersey in a single year was 79, in 1970.
What is the rank of Rafael in New Jersey?
Rafael ranked 194th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 96th among boys names in 1979.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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