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Rafeef

rah-LEEF · Lofty, sublime, or of high status, derived from Arabic roots.

2025 rank (girls)
#8,362
Babies named in 2025
12
Peak popularity
2018
2025 frequency
1 in 133,939 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2021

Rising since 2021, #8,362 for girls today.

Popularity of Rafeef since 2009

Babies named Rafeef per year in U.S. Social Security records.

491320102020Most births 2017Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s7
2010s92
2020s41

Meaning & origin

Rafeef is a distinctive Arabic name that conveys loftiness and dignity. First recorded in U.S. data in 2009, it has remained uncommon but has shown a rising trajectory since 2021, reaching a peak rank of 8,362 in 2025. Its limited but steady use suggests a growing appreciation for names with meaningful Arabic roots, though it has not yet achieved widespread popularity.

Rafeef is an Arabic name derived from the root r-f-', carrying meanings of height, elevation, and dignity. It is used in various Arabic-speaking communities, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name has seen occasional use in the United States since the late 2000s, reflecting broader interest in Arabic names.

Nicknames & variants

Variants: Rafeefa

Sibling names for Rafeef

Names that share Rafeef's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Layla, Noor, Aisha, Maya, Samira

Brothers: Amir, Omar, Zayn, Khalil, Rami

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Rafeef mean?
Rafeef means lofty, sublime, or of high status, derived from Arabic roots.
How popular is the name Rafeef currently?
As of 2025, Rafeef ranked 8,362 in the U.S., with about 1 in 133,939 female newborns given the name.
Is Rafeef a girl's name?
Yes, Rafeef is typically used for girls, based on U.S. Social Security data.