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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Elevated, exalted, noble
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- RAH-fee
Rafi is a boy's name from Arabic meaning elevated, exalted, noble. It's short and easy to say — RAH-fee — which gives it a clean, modern feel while still carrying a clear sense of meaning. If you want a name with a strong, positive definition without a lot of frills, Rafi is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Rafi
Meaning: Elevated, exalted, noble.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Rafi
RAH-feeIPA /ˈrɑːfi/
Popularity of Rafi
Rafi sits at #3194 in the latest 2024 Social Security data, with 38 boys given the name that year — and that's also its highest rank on record going back to 1974, so it's never been more common than it is right now.
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FAQ
What does the name Rafi mean?
Elevated, exalted, noble. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rafi?
Rafi is pronounced RAH-fee (IPA: /ˈrɑːfi/).
Is Rafi a popular name right now?
Rafi is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #3194 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1974–2024.)
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