Raoul
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Raoul is a boy name of French origin meaning "wise counsel of the wolf".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
French
Religion
None
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
wise counsel of the wolf
Etymology
From Old French Raoul, derived from Old Germanic Raðulfr (rad ‘counsel’ + wulf ‘wolf’).
Famous People Named Raoul
- Raoul Wallenberg — Swedish architect, businessman, diplomat and humanitarian (1912-1947)
- Raoul Dufy — French painter (1877–1953)
- Raoul Walsh — American film director and actor (1887–1980)
- Raoul Bova — Italian actor
- Raoul Coutard — French cinematographer (1924-2016)
Frequently Asked Questions About Raoul
What does the name Raoul mean?
Raoul means "wise counsel of the wolf", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Raoul?
Raoul originates from French, commonly used in Western Europe.
Is Raoul a boy or girl name?
Raoul is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Raoul associated with?
Raoul is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Raoul?
Yes — notable people named Raoul include Raoul Wallenberg (Swedish architect, 1912-1947), Raoul Dufy (French painter, 1877–1953), Raoul Walsh (American film director and actor, 1887–1980), Raoul Bova (Italian actor) and Raoul Coutard (French cinematographer, 1924-2016).
Last updated: June 2026