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Historical FigureIsraeli1926 – 2019

Rafi Eitan

Israeli intelligence officer, captured Adolf Eichmann

Biography

An Israeli intelligence officer and politician who was a key figure in the capture of Adolf Eichmann in 1960. He later served as a member of the Knesset.

Quick Facts
Category

Historical Figure

Nationality

Israeli

Born

1926

Died

2019

Thinking about the name

Rafi

Hebrew origin

A short, punchy form of Raphael, meaning 'God heals,' Rafi is used across multiple cultures and languages, from Hebrew to Arabic to Persian. The brevity and simplicity of the name give it universal appeal, working equally well in international contexts or as a standalone modern name.