How Many People Are Named Wafaa?

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

Wafaa
Very Rare
Arabic

Wafaa means 'faithful' in Arabic, making it a rare gem among names. Only 1 in 4,383,193 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 75 people bearing it today. The majority, 92%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~75
Living in US
1 in 4,383,193
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Faithful
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Loyal Determined Compassionate
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

288,382
Worldwide Bearers
#3,647
Global Rank
🇪🇬 Egypt
171,294
🇲🇦 Morocco
50,689
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
36,601
🇸🇩 Sudan
19,236
🇩🇿 Algeria
4,117
🇶🇦 Qatar
1,002
🇮🇱 Israel
972
🇺🇸 United States
839
🇰🇼 Kuwait
703
🇸🇪 Sweden
392

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
75 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 18
70
Would be under 30 (92%)
6
Would be 30–60 (8%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 76 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: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
50
Classic Feel
19
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Wafaa Through the Generations

Wafaa, meaning 'faithful', has seen steady growth since its peak in 2001 when 8 babies were given this name. Today, the name's popularity remains stable, with most of its bearers being young adults under 30. This modern name is predominantly found among younger generations, with only a handful of individuals aged 30 to 60, and none over 60.

✨ Similar Names to Wafaa

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Wafaa's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Wafaa

How Many People Have the Name Wafaa?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 75 people in the United States currently share the name Wafaa. That works out to roughly 1 in every 4,383,193 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Wafaa a Common or Rare Name?

Wafaa 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 Wafaa Mean?

Wafaa means "faithful" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Wafaa Most Popular?

The name Wafaa reached peak popularity in 2001, with 8 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 Wafaa?

Approximately 75 people named Wafaa live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 76. That works out to roughly 1 in 4,383,193 Americans.

Is Wafaa a rare name?

Wafaa is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 4,383,193 Americans has this name.

What does the name Wafaa mean?

Wafaa means "faithful" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Wafaa more male or female?

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

When was Wafaa most popular?

Wafaa peaked in 2001 with 8 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 US75
All-Time Births76
1 in X1 in 4,383,193
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age18
Peak Year2001
World Rank#3,647
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.