High-ranking, sublime, or exalted
Derived from the Arabic root 'r-f-a', the name signifies elevation in status, rank, or character. It is often used to describe someone who is noble or of high standing. In Islamic tradition, it reflects the quality of being uplifted or distinguished.
Less common today
Rafay isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,555 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
