What origin is the name Rafay?

Rafay comes from arabic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Rafay a popular name?

Rafay is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good sister names for Rafay?

Names from the same arabic tradition pair naturally with Rafay — for example Layla, Aaliyah, Leila. You can browse more on our arabic names page.

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Q: Is Rafay a rare name?

Yes. Rafay does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Rafay

Rafay

Boy

arabic

2 syllables

Rafay is an arabic boy's name meaning "An Arabic male name that means the exalter or one who elevates rank. It refers to the act of lifting others up or attaining a higher spiritual or social status.".

The meaning of Rafay is "An Arabic male name that means the exalter or one who elevates rank. It refers to the act of lifting others up or attaining a higher spiritual or social status." — a boy name of arabic origin. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: arabic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

An Arabic male name that means the exalter or one who elevates rank. It refers to the act of lifting others up or attaining a higher spiritual or social status.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Rafay

Very rare in US records

What does Rafay mean?

Rafay is a boy name of arabic origin meaning "An Arabic male name that means the exalter or one who elevates rank. It refers to the act of lifting others up or attaining a higher spiritual or social status.".