Raúl
Raúl is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via French and Spanish origin, meaning “Wolf counsel”.
| Meaning | Wolf counsel |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via French and Spanish |
| Pronunciation | rah-OOL |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Cuba |
Meaning and origin of Raúl
Raúl is the Spanish form of Ralph or Raoul, from the Germanic name Radulf, combining 'rad', counsel, and 'wulf', wolf. It entered Spanish through the French Raoul and became widespread in the twentieth century. Well-known bearers include former Real Madrid footballer Raúl González and Cuban leader Raúl Castro. In Spanish the accent on the 'u' keeps the two vowels in separate syllables.
Is Raúl a Christian name?
Raúl has no specific religious history; it is a Germanic cultural name used widely by Catholic families.
How popular is Raúl?
Common in Spain and Latin America, especially among men born in the mid to late twentieth century.
Gifts with the name Raúl
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raúl mean?
Raúl means 'Wolf counsel'. It is of Germanic, via French and Spanish origin.
Is Raúl a Christian name?
Raúl has no specific religious history; it is a Germanic cultural name used widely by Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Raúl?
Raúl is pronounced rah-OOL.
Is Raúl a boy or girl name?
Raúl is usually a boy name.