Raúl
/ rah-OOL /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Wise
Meaning & Etymology
Wolf counsel
Wolf counsel
Etymology
Derived from the Latin name Radulfus, composed of the elements ‘rad’ (counsel) and ‘wulf’ (wolf).
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
In Equatorial Guinea, particularly among the Fang people, the name Raúl is adopted from Spanish influence and is associated with leadership and strength.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes wisdom and guidance, often linked to leadership qualities and protection.