Araf
Boy nameAraf has been given to 191 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It peaked in 2023. In 2025, about 1 in 189,786 boys was named Araf.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
191
Peak year
2023 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2006
10-year trend
▼ -10%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Araf — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Araf.
Sibling name ideas for Araf
Same era and popularity as Araf, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Araf?
Araf has been given to 191 babies in the U.S. since 2006. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Araf peak?
Araf peaked in 2023, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Araf a girl or boy name?
Araf is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Araf are boys).
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