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Rafael Zaldivar

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Given Name
Rafael
Surname
Zaldivar
Occupation
Minister

The Name Rafael

Origin
Hebrew
Meaning
God heals; God is my healer.
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The Zaldivar Surname

Origin
Basque
Meaning
A topographic surname derived from Basque elements referring to a place or geographical location.
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