Raphaella

Meaning of Raphaella

Raphaella is the feminine form of the Hebrew name Raphael, meaning “God has healed,” and it carries a gentle promise of renewal and grace. In Italian (ra-fah-EHL-lah) and English (ra-fay-EL-uh), its soft syllables flow like a melody, conjuring sunlit frescoes and the hush of a chapel at dawn. Steeped in its archangel heritage, Raphaella evokes both strength and tenderness, and though it’s still delightfully uncommon in the United States—with just 21 newborns wearing it in 2024, ranking near the 900s—she stands out with quiet confidence. Raphaella feels like a friendly whisper of old-world charm, the kind of name that might inspire her to reach for the stars or brighten someone’s day with a warm smile. For families seeking something timeless yet fresh, Raphaella tells an uplifting story of beauty, hope, and enduring light.

Pronunciation

Italian

• Pronunced as ra-fah-EHL-lah (/rafaˈɛlla/)

English

• Pronunced as ra-fay-EL-uh (/rɑfeɪˈlə/)

• Raphaela
• Rafaella
• Raffaela
• Raphaelle