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Surafel

♂ Boy

Pronounced soo-RAH-fel /su.ˈrɑ.fɛl/Medium

Meaning: An Ethiopian (Amharic) given name understood as a form of Seraphael — 'seraph; angel,' from the Hebrew-rooted seraphim. Common among Ethiopian Orthodox families.Low

In 30 seconds: An Ethiopian name with a heavenly sense: Surafel reads as 'seraph; angel,' a form of Seraphael (said 'soo-RAH-fel').
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Origin MediumAmharic
MeaningAn Ethiopian (Amharic) given name understood as a form of Seraphael — 'seraph; angel,' from the Hebrew-rooted seraphim. Common among Ethiopian Orthodox families.
U.S. rank (2025)#10542 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births7 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2012
Total births (all-time)≈ 115

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201220032025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

In Ethiopia, Surafel is an Amharic form linked to Seraphael and the seraphim, giving 'seraph; angel.' It carries a devotional, heavenly sense and stays closely tied to Ethiopian Orthodox naming (said 'soo-RAH-fel').

In the U.S. it is rare, carried mainly by Ethiopian and Ethiopian-heritage families. Rare, angelic in sense, and warm.

Did you know? Surafel is an Ethiopian (Amharic) name tied to seraphim — the fiery angels — read as 'seraph; angel.' It is a familiar pick among Ethiopian Orthodox families (said 'soo-RAH-fel').
Overall data confidence 55%
References — Surafel — Amharic form of Seraphael; 'seraph; angel'

Variations

SeraphaelSurafiel

Nicknames

SuraFel

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If you like Surafel…

Gabriel— a like angelic, devotional boy's name
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Frequently Asked

What does the name Surafel mean?

Surafel is an Ethiopian (Amharic) form of Seraphael, read as 'seraph; angel.'

How do you pronounce Surafel?

It's said soo-RAH-fel /su.ˈrɑ.fɛl/ — three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Surafel a boy or girl name?

Surafel is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Surafel?

Surafel is a rare name for boys in the U.S., carried mostly by Ethiopian-heritage families.

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