Rafer
boy nameRafer entered the US charts in 1961, peaked at #3097 in 1961, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1961–2025
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rank today
#3097
peak (1961)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3785 |
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 1980s | #6385 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Rafer are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Rafer alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rafer in 2025?
- Rafer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rafer most popular?
- Rafer peaked in 1961, reaching #3097 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rafer with classmates?
- Rafer will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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