How Many People Are Named Arifa?

Complete statistics for the name Arifa: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Arifa
Very Rare
Arabic

Arifa means 'honest' in Arabic, making it a name rich in virtue. Only 33 people in America today share this rare name, equating to just 1 in 10,117,743 Americans. The majority of Arifas are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~33
Living in US
1 in 10,117,743
Americans
2021
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Honest
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Honest Caring Compassionate Resilient
8
Life Path Number

Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, ambition, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

281,108
Worldwide Bearers
#3,743
Global Rank
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
183,475
🇮🇳 India
44,286
🇵🇰 Pakistan
39,672
🇩🇿 Algeria
2,752
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
2,409
🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina
1,547
🇮🇩 Indonesia
1,487
🇲🇰 North Macedonia
1,373
🇲🇻 Maldives
532
🇺🇸 United States
452

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
33 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 18
28
Would be under 30 (85%)
5
Would be 30–60 (15%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 33 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2021

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
35
Classic Feel
4
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Arifa Through the Generations

Arifa, a name rooted in Arabic, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 2021 with seven births. With only 33 individuals bearing this name across the country, it's a truly unique choice. The average age of those named Arifa is 18, indicating that it's predominantly a name chosen by younger parents, contributing to its status as a modern, contemporary selection.

✨ Similar Names to Arifa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arifa's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Arifa

How Many People Have the Name Arifa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 33 people in the United States currently share the name Arifa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 10,117,743 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arifa a Common or Rare Name?

Arifa is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Arifa Mean?

Arifa means "honest" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arifa in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Arifa Most Popular?

The name Arifa reached peak popularity in 2021, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Arifa?

Approximately 33 people named Arifa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 33. That works out to roughly 1 in 10,117,743 Americans.

Is Arifa a rare name?

Arifa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 10,117,743 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arifa mean?

Arifa means "honest" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Arifa more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Arifa are male and 100% are female.

When was Arifa most popular?

Arifa peaked in 2021 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US33
All-Time Births33
1 in X1 in 10,117,743
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age18
Peak Year2021
World Rank#3,743
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.