Shafi
boy nameShafi entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #4634 in 1974, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
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rank today
#4634
peak (1974)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4634 |
| 1990s | #8747 |
| 2000s | #9980 |
| 2010s | #11716 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shafi are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shafi alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shafi in 2025?
- Shafi is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shafi most popular?
- Shafi peaked in 1974, reaching #4634 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shafi with classmates?
- Shafi will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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