Holding steady.
Popularity of Raguel since 1950
Babies named Raguel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 15 |
| 1960s | 50 |
| 1970s | 121 |
| 1980s | 110 |
| 1990s | 22 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Raguel is a Hebrew name with deep religious roots, meaning 'Friend of God.' Despite its ancient origins, it has never been common in the United States. The name first appeared in Social Security records in 1950, but it remains extremely rare, with no rank in any year. Usage peaked in 1970, with a few more births than other years, but overall it has stayed stable at a very low frequency. Raguel is more familiar as the name of an archangel in certain Christian and Jewish traditions, though it does not appear in the canonical Bible. The name offers a distinct choice for parents seeking a name with strong spiritual meaning and a rare but accessible sound.
Raguel is derived from the Hebrew name Re'u'el, meaning 'friend of God.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a Midianite priest and Moses's father-in-law. In later Christian and Jewish angelology, Raguel is also the name of an archangel, often associated with justice and harmony, though this usage is not biblical.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rags, Guel
Variants: Reuel, Reu'el
Sibling names for Raguel
Names that share Raguel's style, for a brother or sister.
