Zarif
Boy nameZarif has been given to 169 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It peaked in 2009.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
169
Peak year
2009 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1996
10-year trend
▼ -100%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zarif — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zarif.
Sibling name ideas for Zarif
Same era and popularity as Zarif, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zarif?
Zarif has been given to 169 babies in the U.S. since 1996. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zarif peak?
Zarif peaked in 2009, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Zarif a girl or boy name?
Zarif is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Zarif are boys).
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