Exalted, sublime, or high-ranking
Derived from the Arabic root r-f-a, the name signifies high status, elevation, and refinement. It is often used to denote someone of noble standing or an exalted spiritual state. In many cultures, it carries the connotation of being elegant and well-regarded.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Rafia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Attorney and political philosopher known for 'Against White Feminism'
Prominent Emirati psychiatrist and former president of Arabian Gulf University
