How Many People Are Named Raffaele?
Complete statistics for the name Raffaele: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Raffaele is a name with a rich history, though very rare in the U.S., only 1 in 380,295 Americans carries it. With 868 living in the U.S. today, its peak was in 1969 when 24 babies were named Raffaele.
📖 Meaning & Origin
The life path number 9 traditionally represents completion and fulfillment, encouraging generosity and humanitarian efforts.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 45All 1,058 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1969Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Raffaele Through the Generations
Raffaele has a storied past, with its peak in 1969 when 24 babies were given the name. Today, it's predominantly male, with 868 living in the U.S., making it a unique choice. The gap between all-time births (1,058) and current living bearers (868) is significant, indicating a decline in popularity. The age distribution shows a fairly even spread, with 341 under 30, 494 aged 30-60, and 223 over 60, suggesting a long-standing presence among different generations. The trend is slowly rising, which is intriguing given its current rarity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Raffaele's Italian roots
📄 About the Name Raffaele
How Many People Have the Name Raffaele?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 901 people in the United States currently share the name Raffaele. That works out to roughly 1 in every 367,868 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Raffaele a Common or Rare Name?
Raffaele is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Raffaele in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Raffaele Most Popular?
The name Raffaele reached peak popularity in 1969, with 24 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Raffaele?
Approximately 901 people named Raffaele live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 901. That works out to roughly 1 in 367,868 Americans.
Is Raffaele a rare name?
Raffaele is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 367,868 Americans has this name.
What does the name Raffaele mean?
The meaning and origin of Raffaele are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Raffaele more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Raffaele are male and 0% are female.
When was Raffaele most popular?
Raffaele peaked in 1969 with 24 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.