Raul
Raul first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2000, when 1,519 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Raul popular?
Vintage Raul is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 2000.
| 2020s | 2,882 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6,936 | |
| 2000s | 13,416 | |
| 1990s | 14,609 | |
| 1980s | 12,126 | |
| 1970s | 10,548 | |
| 1960s | 8,507 | |
| 1950s | 7,750 | |
| 1940s | 4,506 | |
| 1930s | 3,238 | |
| 1920s | 2,847 | |
| 1910s | 640 | |
| 1900s | 35 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Raul mean?
Spanish form of the Germanic name Radulf, from 'rad' ('counsel') and 'wulf' ('wolf'), meaning 'counsel wolf'. Cognate with Ralph and the French Raoul.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raul mean?
Raul means counsel wolf. Spanish form of the Germanic name Radulf, from 'rad' ('counsel') and 'wulf' ('wolf'), meaning 'counsel wolf'. Cognate with Ralph and the French Raoul.
What is the origin of the name Raul?
Raul is of spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Raul?
Raul is pronounced “rah-OOL.”
Is Raul a boy or a girl name?
Raul is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Raul a popular name right now?
Raul is rarely given today, but saw real use in the past — it peaked back in 2000.
How popular is the name Raul?
In 2025, Raul ranked #634 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Raul most popular?
Raul was most popular in 2000, when about 1,519 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Raul?
Names similar to Raul include Maximiliano, Joaquin, Rodrigo, Pablo, Salvador.
What names go well with Raul?
spanish names that pair well with Raul include Linda, Benjamín, Mía, Angel, Mateo.