Haifa
Pronunciation: [ h-EYEF-uh ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Haifa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 219 babies have been named Haifa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Haifa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,235 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,235
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Haifa
Haifa is a girl name .
Haifa is currently ranked #16,235 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Haifa include Hai, Hay, Haie, and Haikins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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