Rafi
Rafi is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Exalted, noble, or high; also a short form of Raphael meaning 'God has healed'.
Origin and history
Rafi is a given name with roots in Arabic, meaning 'exalted' or 'sublime', and is also used as a pet form of the Hebrew name Rafael ('God has healed'). In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, though it has seen steady usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
734 babies in the United States have been named Rafi since 1880. It ranks #3942 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1745.
States where it is most popular
- NY (72.5 %)
- CA (16 %)
- MI (3.8 %)
- PA (3.8 %)
- TX (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 46 |
| 1980-1990 | 74 |
| 1990-2000 | 101 |
| 2000-2010 | 149 |
| 2010-2019 | 182 |
| 2020-2029 | 182 |
Famous people named Rafi
- Rafi Gavron: Actor
- Rafi Eitan: Intelligence Officer, Politician
Fun facts
- Rafi functions independently in Arabic-speaking cultures and as a common nickname for Raphael in Jewish traditions.