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One more vibe check: Raphael

35 replies

SharpGoldWriter · 09/01/2026 20:33

Really appreciate all the input!

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RoamingToaster · 12/01/2026 20:41

It’s my fav name. Sadly couldn’t use it. I lived in a Spanish city where he was the saint of the city so there were lots, mostly shortened to Rafa.

Pettenell · 12/01/2026 23:25

I like it. Cool vibes.

Kyffin · 12/01/2026 23:32

I know of a few - a Raphael & a Rafael aged 16. A Raffy (female) aged 16 and a Rafe aged 18. All through DC's school.
Apart from that, never known another anywhere else.

KnickerlessParsons · 12/01/2026 23:39

Love it, but you should use the dieresis: Raphaël

NormaSars · 13/01/2026 15:12

The English name doesn't have a dieresis.

AgentPidge · 14/01/2026 22:31

I love it! Fabulous name.

frostydaytoday · 14/01/2026 22:51

Love it if spelt Rafael

CeciliaC · 14/01/2026 23:26

I like it, cool with a bit of edge

SharpGoldWriter · 15/01/2026 01:10

frostydaytoday · 14/01/2026 22:51

Love it if spelt Rafael

Interesting! Are you Spanish/Portuguese?

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SharpGoldWriter · 15/01/2026 01:10

RoamingToaster · 12/01/2026 20:41

It’s my fav name. Sadly couldn’t use it. I lived in a Spanish city where he was the saint of the city so there were lots, mostly shortened to Rafa.

Guessing they spelled it Rafael?

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