Zarif
boy nameZarif entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #6095 in 2009, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1996–2025
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rank today
#6095
peak (2009)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9464 |
| 2000s | #9501 |
| 2010s | #8658 |
| 2020s | #9277 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Zarif are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Zarif is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zarif in 2025?
- Zarif is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Zarif most popular?
- Zarif peaked in 2009, reaching #6095 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Zarif with classmates?
- Zarif will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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