Karif
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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
Karif first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 10 babies have been named Karif in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karif is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,443 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,443
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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View all →Old English origin
"farm garden, upper estate enclosure"
#26,532 in US
Tamil origin
"fiery, blazing"
#26,446 in US
Old French bel origin
"handsome, fair"
#26,566 in US
Irish Gaelic origin
"slender; narrow passage"
#26,386 in US
Hebrew Hannah origin
"grace, favor"
#26,577 in US
Old Germanic adal + wulf origin
"noble wolf"
#26,599 in US
English origin
"day's light, brightness"
#26,270 in US
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About the Name Karif
Karif is a boy name .
Karif is currently ranked #26,443 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karif include Kar, Kay, and Karie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karif include Karim, Kari . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis