Arafat

Pronunciation: [ EHR-uhf-at ]

Arafat is a boy baby name. Ranked #7,649 in the US, popular nicknames include Ara, Ary, and Araie.

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Boy Name #7,649 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Arafat is a boy name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced EHR-uhf-at.

Parents who love the name Arafat often also consider Bow, Aegon, East .

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Historical Record

Arafat first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.

Over 179 babies have been named Arafat in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Arafat is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #7,649 for boy names in the US .

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#7,649
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#7,649
Total SSA Count
11

Nicknames

Ara Ary Araie Arafie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arafat

Is Arafat a boy or girl name?
Arafat is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Arafat?
Arafat is pronounced EHR-uhf-at.
How popular is the name Arafat?
Arafat is currently ranked #7649 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Arafat?
Common nicknames for Arafat include Ara, Ary, Araie, and Arafie.
Is Arafat a common or rare name?
Arafat is an uncommon name, ranked #7649 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Arafat?
Arafat pairs well with Bow, Aegon, East, Averett in style and sound.

About the Name Arafat

Arafat is a boy name .

Arafat is currently ranked #7,649 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Arafat include Ara, Ary, Araie, and Arafie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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