To be relieved, comforted, or at peace
Rufta is a name of East African origin, primarily used in Eritrea and Ethiopia. It conveys a sense of emotional relief, tranquility, or the feeling of being comforted after a period of hardship. It is often chosen to reflect a sense of peace within the family or the child's calming presence.
Less common today
Rufta isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,635 in 2022.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
