Rafay
Rafay is a boy baby name. Ranked #6,922 in the US, popular nicknames include Raf, Ray, and Rafie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Rafay first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 286 babies have been named Rafay in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rafay is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #6,922 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #6,922
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Rafay
Rafay is a boy name .
Rafay is currently ranked #6,922 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rafay include Raf, Ray, and Rafie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Rafay include Rafael . 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