Rafi
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Exalting
- Origin
- Arabic
Rafi Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 691 baby boys have been named Rafi. The name peaked in 2024 with 38 US births that year (rank #3194). In 2024, ranked #3194 nationally.
Top States for Rafi
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Rafi births are: New York (78), California (15), Michigan (5).
Other Arabic-Origin Names Like Rafi
If you like Rafi's Arabic origin, consider these related names: Aaleyah, Aaliyah, Aban, Abbas, Abbud. Browse all Arabic names →
4-Letter Names Starting with R
Names with Rafi's exact length and starting letter: Raad, Rabi, Radi, Radu, Raed.
Quick Facts About Rafi
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafi | Exalting | Male | Arabic |
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Compare Rafi to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Rafi against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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