Rafe Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAYF / /reɪf/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God has healed; English: a variant of Ralph
Historical & Cultural Background
Rafe is often considered a diminutive or variant of the name Ralph, which has Old Norse origins. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has gained popularity in recent years, often associated with a modern and unique sound.
Trend Summary
Rafe has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past decade.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ralph
- Rafe
International Variants
- Rafael (Spanish)
- Rafa (Spanish)
- Rafał (Polish)
Famous people named Rafe
Rafe Spall is an English actor known for his roles in films such as 'Prometheus' and 'The Big Short'.
Rafe Judkins is an American television writer and producer, recognized for his work on 'The Wheel of Time'.
Fictional characters named Rafe
Rafe McCawley is a character in the film 'Pearl Harbor', portrayed as a fighter pilot.
Rafe Katchadorian is the main character in the 'Middle School' book series by James Patterson.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rafe was first seen in the United States in 1880. Rafe has ranked as high as #1212 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Utah, Louisiana, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Rafe has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rafe (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| UT | 10 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| LA | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 20 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 25 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 41 |
| 2002 | 99 |
| 2003 | 92 |
| 2004 | 54 |
| 2005 | 63 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 64 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 66 |
| 2011 | 80 |
| 2012 | 76 |
| 2013 | 78 |
| 2014 | 94 |
| 2015 | 83 |
| 2016 | 87 |
| 2017 | 87 |
| 2018 | 61 |
| 2019 | 71 |
| 2020 | 70 |
| 2021 | 92 |
| 2022 | 123 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 148 |