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Current rank (2024)#12415
Babies named Raoul in 20245
Total recorded2,914
Peak year1928 (53 babies)
Highest rank ever#758
Years in records1880–2024 (122 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↓ 2583 spots

Frequently asked about Raoul

What does the name Raoul mean?
Raoul means “Wolf counsel or wise advisor” from Spanish/Germanic roots.
What is the origin of the name Raoul?
Raoul has Spanish/Germanic origin. The traditional meaning is “Wolf counsel or wise advisor”.
How popular is Raoul?
Raoul ranked #12415 in 2024 — given to 5 babies that year.
When was Raoul most popular?
Raoul peaked in 1928 with 53 babies registered that year.
Is Raoul a boy or girl name?
Raoul is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Raouls in registered births are male.
Is the name Raoul rising or falling in popularity?
Raoul has fallen 2583 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #9832 in 2019 to #12415 in 2024.
How long has Raoul been recorded?
Raoul appears in birth records across 122 years — from 1880 through 2024.

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