Nefi
boy nameNefi entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #5642 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#5642
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6387 |
| 1990s | #7124 |
| 2000s | #7801 |
| 2010s | #10803 |
| 2020s | #12146 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Nefi are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nefi alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nefi in 2025?
- Nefi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nefi most popular?
- Nefi peaked in 1997, reaching #5642 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nefi with classmates?
- Nefi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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