Raffi

Q: What is the origin of Raffi?

Raffi is of Armenian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Raffi a boy name?

Raffi is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"God Heals"

Raffi is common as an Armenian given name and nickname, sometimes linked to Rafael forms meaning God heals in Hebrew-derived tradition.

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Popularity History of Raffi

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#6711Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Raffi did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Raffi Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Raffi.

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rafy

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ffiy

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Raffi mean?

Raffi means "God Heals". Raffi is common as an Armenian given name and nickname, sometimes linked to Rafael forms meaning God heals in Hebrew-der

What is the origin of Raffi?

Raffi is of Armenian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Raffi?

According to the latest SSA data, Raffi is currently ranked #6711 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Raffi a boy name?

Raffi is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Raffi?

Popular nicknames for Raffi include raff, ra, rafy, ro, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Raffi?

There are many names similar to Raffi in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArmenian, Hebrew

Syllables2

Length5 letters

US Rank#6711

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withR

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Armen Ara Andranik Areg Avedis

Sisters

Ara Arev Arpil Gayane Hasmik

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