Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Rafan since 2008
Babies named Rafan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 110 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Rafan is a name that entered U.S. records in 2008, making it a very recent addition to the naming landscape. It reached its peak popularity in 2015, though it remains extremely rare, with a national rank of 12,008 in the latest year and occurring in only 1 in 341,615 births. The name has been consistently rare, with a stable trajectory, and is predominantly used for boys. Its origins are unclear, possibly a modern English invention or a variant of an Arabic name, but no states have recorded significant use. The name's uniqueness makes it a distinctive choice.
Rafan is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a modern English coinage, possibly derived from Arabic root 'rafa' meaning 'to be kind' or 'compassionate', but this connection is not firmly established. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2008 and has seen sporadic use since, suggesting it may be a contemporary invention or a rare variant of other names.
Sibling names for Rafan
Names that share Rafan's style, for a brother or sister.
