Rafer

Q: How popular is the name Rafer?

Rafer is ranked #29473 in popularity for boy names.

Boy Name #29,473 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Rafer is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Rafer often also consider Aracelio, Rousseau, Dwright .

Popularity Over Time

#29,473

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #29,473
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Rafe #1311

Nicknames

Raf Ray Rafie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rafer

Is Rafer a boy or girl name?

Rafer is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Rafer?

Rafer is currently ranked #29473 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Rafer?

Common nicknames for Rafer include Raf, Ray, and Rafie.

Is Rafer a common or rare name?

Rafer is an uncommon name, ranked #29473 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Rafer

Rafer is a boy name .

Rafer is currently ranked #29,473 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Rafer include Raf, Ray, and Rafie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Rafer include Rafe . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.