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Raafi

♂ Boy

Pronounced RAH-fee /ˈrɑː.fi/Medium

Meaning: From Arabic rafi', 'high; exalted; one who raises.' Ar-Rafi ('the Exalter') is one of the divine attributes in Islam, and the ordinary personal name Rafi is widely used. Spelled Raafi to mark the long first vowel.Low

In 30 seconds: An Arabic name of elevation: Raafi means 'one who raises; exalting' (said 'RAH-fee').
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningFrom Arabic rafi', 'high; exalted; one who raises.' Ar-Rafi ('the Exalter') is one of the divine attributes in Islam, and the ordinary personal name Rafi is widely used. Spelled Raafi to mark the long first vowel.
U.S. rank (2024)#13713 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 10

History & Origin

Raafi comes from Arabic rafi', 'high; exalted; one who raises.' The related form ar-Rafi ('the Exalter') appears among the divine attributes in Islam. The doubled vowel in this spelling marks the long a of the Arabic. It is a warm, well-established name in Muslim families, which we note respectfully (said 'RAH-fee').

In the U.S. it is very rare for boys. Rare, Arabic, and uplifting.

Did you know? Arabic rafi' means 'high; exalted,' and ar-Rafi, 'the Exalter,' is one of the divine attributes in Islam. As a personal name it is used simply and widely, and we note the religious background respectfully (said 'RAH-fee').
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References — Raafi — Arabic rafi' 'exalted'; ar-Rafi among the divine attributes

Variations

RafiRaafeRafee

Nicknames

RafFee

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Raafi mean?

Raafi is Arabic for 'high; exalted; one who raises.' Ar-Rafi, 'the Exalter,' is a divine attribute in Islam.

How do you pronounce Raafi?

It's said RAH-fee /ˈrɑː.fi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Raafi a boy or girl name?

Raafi is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Raafi?

Raafi is a very rare name for boys in the U.S.

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