Rafal
boy nameRafal entered the US charts in 1977, peaked at #4059 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1977–2025
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rank today
#4059
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #5458 |
| 1990s | #6005 |
| 2000s | #9411 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Rafal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rafal alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rafal in 2025?
- Rafal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rafal most popular?
- Rafal peaked in 1997, reaching #4059 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rafal with classmates?
- Rafal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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