Arfaan
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Arfaan first appeared in US Social Security records in 2016.
Over 11 babies have been named Arfaan in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arfaan is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #24,680 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #24,680
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Sanskrit/Persian origin
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Scottish Gaelic origin
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About the Name Arfaan
Arfaan is a boy name .
Arfaan is currently ranked #24,680 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Arfaan include Arf, Ary, Arfie, and Arfaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis