Raoul - name meaning, origin

The boy's name Raoul \

is of French origin. Variant of Raul (Old English) "wolf counsel". Uncommon in the English-speaking world. Actor Raul Julia.

Raoul has 3 variant forms: Raul, Roul and Rowl.

For more information, see also related names Ralph and Rudolph.

Baby names that sound like Raoul are Rollo, Rawly, Reuel, Ruel, Rolly, Rolle, Rowly, Royal and Royle.

Raoul is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy name Raoul. Compare Raoul with its variant forms and related boy names.