US Popularity:8840
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Arabic, Hebrew
Meaning:God heals; Kindness, compassion; Sympathy
Rafa is a gender-neutral moniker with a plethora of origins. As a Spanish boy’s name, Rafa comes from the Hebrew Raphael. It means “God heals” and is a beautiful way to make baby feel safe within your faith. Rafa is also an Arabic feminine moniker that signifies “kindness,” “compassion,” and “sympathy.” Instilling them with a beautiful heart and a connection to their beliefs, if you wish, baby Rafa will have a life filled with love.

Rafa Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Rafa is currently #2669 on The Bump
Boy:Rafa is currently #1506 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Rafa is currently #1814 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Rafa is currently #8840 in U.S. births
Boy:Rafa is currently #5180 in U.S. births
Girl:Rafa is currently #13104 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#13104
in 2023
- 13104
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Rafa, July 2017

  • Behind the Name, Rafael, December 2022

  • Behind the Name, Raphael, April 2024

  • Name Doctor, Rafa

  • Quranic Names, Rafa

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