Rifka
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Rifka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 728 babies have been named Rifka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Rifka is past its peak , currently ranked #8,743 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,743
- Total SSA Count
- 13
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About the Name Rifka
Rifka is a girl name .
Rifka is currently ranked #8,743 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Rifka include Rif, Riy, Riie, and Rifkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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