Raul
Meaning: Wolf counsel or wise advisor
Origin: Spanish/Germanic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Canada: #1982
Total births: 77
History: Spanish form of Ralph meaning wolf counsel. Raul surged in Ontario reflecting Canada's Latin American community.
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| Current rank (2011) | #1121 |
| Babies named Raul in 2011 | 7 |
| Total recorded in Canada | 77 |
| Peak year | 1992 (8 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #622 |
| Years in records | 1975–2011 (12 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 76 spots |
Frequently asked about Raul
What does the name Raul mean?
Raul means “Wolf counsel or wise advisor” from Spanish/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Raul?
Raul has Spanish/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Wolf counsel or wise advisor”.
How popular is Raul in Canada?
Raul ranked #1121 in Canada in 2011 — given to 7 babies that year.
Is Raul a boy or girl name?
Raul is predominantly a boys' name in Canada — over 90% of Rauls in registered births are male.
Is the name Raul rising or falling in popularity?
Raul has fallen 76 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Canada — from #1045 in 2006 to #1121 in 2011.
How long has Raul been recorded in Canada?
Raul appears in birth records in Canada across 12 years — from 1975 through 2011.