Boys name · New York
Rafael in New York
Rafael was the 161st most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 119 babies named Rafael that year. Since 1921, New York families have named 12,425 babies Rafael.
Popularity over time
Rafael in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1921 | 6 | 586th |
| 1938 | 5 | 598th |
| 1952 | 122 | 146th |
| 1967 | 236 | 99th |
| 1981 | 216 | 87th |
| 1996 | 103 | 178th |
| 2010 | 102 | 187th |
| 2025 | 119 | 161st |
Its rank among boys names in New York climbed from 586th in 1921 to 161st in 2025.
The most babies named Rafael in New York in a single year was 299, in 1970. Its best showing was 76th among boys names in 1972.
Across the country, Rafael reached its best rank of 28th in Arizona (1910). See Rafael in every state →
How popular is Rafael in New York?
Rafael was the 161st most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 119 babies named Rafael that year. Since 1921, New York families have named 12,425 babies Rafael.
How many babies are named Rafael in New York?
In 2025, 119 babies were named Rafael in New York. The most babies named Rafael in New York in a single year was 299, in 1970.
What is the rank of Rafael in New York?
Rafael ranked 161st among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 76th among boys names in 1972.
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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