Rafi
Boy nameRafi has been given to 739 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 39,723 boys was named Rafi.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
739
Peak year
2025 (43 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1974
10-year trend
▲ +139%
Gender split
1% girls / 99% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Rafi — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Rafi.
Sibling name ideas for Rafi
Same era and popularity as Rafi, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Rafi?
Rafi has been given to 739 babies in the U.S. since 1974. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Rafi peak?
Rafi peaked in 2025, when 43 babies were given the name.
Is Rafi a girl or boy name?
Rafi is primarily a boy name (99% of babies named Rafi are boys).
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