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Raffaella

Raffaella is a girls' name of Italian origin meaning “God has healed.” The feminine form of Raffaello (Raphael), this name connects to the archangel of healing and to the Renaissance master…

how do you pronounce Raffaella?

rah-fah-EL-lah

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what does Raffaella mean?

The name Raffaella means “God has healed.” It comes from the Italian language tradition.

The feminine form of Raffaello (Raphael), this name connects to the archangel of healing and to the Renaissance master Raphael. Raffaella Carrà was one of Italy's most beloved entertainers, making the name synonymous with joy and vivacious Italian spirit.

where does the name Raffaella come from?

Wikipedia confirms Raffaella as the feminine form of the Hebrew name Rafael (Raphael), glossing the meaning as God heal her, consistent with the God has healed sense given elsewhere.

the history of Raffaella

Per Wikipedia, Raffaella is used as a female name not only in Italy but also in Israel, Greece, Spain, and Brazil; the source does not mention any specific historical or celebrity bearer.

what are the nicknames and variants of Raffaella?

Nicknames

Raffa

Variants around the world

RafaelaRaffaela

who are famous people named Raffaella?

  • Raffaella Carrà (Italian singer, actress, and TV host)
  • Raphael (Renaissance painter, masculine form)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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