Rifa

Rifa is a girl baby name. Ranked #52,190 in the US.

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Girl Name #52,190 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Rifa is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Rifa often also consider Janaja, Leili, Jessamarie .

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Historical Record

Rifa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.

Over 10 babies have been named Rifa in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Rifa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #52,190 for girl names in the US .

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#52,190
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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#52,190
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rifa

Is Rifa a boy or girl name?
Rifa is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Rifa?
Rifa is currently ranked #52190 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Is Rifa a common or rare name?
Rifa is an uncommon name, ranked #52190 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Rifa?
Rifa pairs well with Janaja, Leili, Jessamarie, Sanaiah in style and sound.

About the Name Rifa

Rifa is a girl name .

Rifa is currently ranked #52,190 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

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