Unisex name
Rifa name meaning
“eminence; high standing”
Rifa is a name used for girls and boys, commonly linked to Arabic rifʿah, meaning eminence or high standing. The source word also conveys elevation. The spelling Rifa simplifies the final sounds of the Arabic form, connecting the name’s written form with this interpretation of its meaning.
What does Rifa mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Rifa
Commonly linked to Arabic rifʿah ‘elevation, eminence’. The spelling Rifa simplifies the final sounds of the Arabic form.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Rifa
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Rifa, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Rifa: eminence; high standing
- Hamsah: lion; firmness and strength
- Fath: opening, victory
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Meaning of each word
- Rifa: eminence; high standing
- Alief: first letter of the Arabic alphabet
- Sahrul: month
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Rifa Saifullah
Meaning of each word
- Rifa: eminence; high standing
- Saifullah: the sword of God
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Meaning of each word
- Faishol: arbiter or distinguisher
- Rifa: eminence; high standing
- Mustapa: specially chosen
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Rifa Mustaqpirin
Meaning of each word
- Rifa: eminence; high standing
- Mustaqpirin: those who seek forgiveness
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Meaning of each word
- Rifa: eminence; high standing
- Arafah: name of the place and day of standing in pilgrimage
- Fathoni: intelligent, perceptive
How to pronounce Rifa
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /rifa/ |
| Arabic script | رفعة |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦫꦶꦥ꦳ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮛᮤᮖ |
Is Rifa a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Rifa is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 50% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Rifa ranks #638 among unisex names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Rifa
Names with related meanings
- Sri♀Splendor, beauty, prosperity
- Agus♂Great, venerable
- Ali♂Exalted, high in rank
- Bambang♂A young nobleman or warrior
- Agung♂Great, exalted, majestic
- Adi♂Excellent, foremost, noble
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Maulana♂Our lord, our protector
- Effendi♂Sir, a respectful designation
- Agustina♀Venerable, worthy of respect
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Mulyadi♂Noble and excellent
Famous people named Rifa
- Rifa Apolina · b. 1972
- Rifa Apriliano · b. 2000
- Rifa Of Ganefo · b. 1963
- Rifa Putri Aida · b. 1997
FAQ about the name Rifa
What is the meaning of Rifa?
Rifa means eminence; high standing. Commonly linked to Arabic rifʿah ‘elevation, eminence’. The spelling Rifa simplifies the final sounds of the Arabic form.
Is Rifa a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Rifa is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 50% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Rifa?
Rifa is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Rifa have?
Rifa has 2 syllables (Ri-fa) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Rifa?
Rifa ranks #638 among unisex names in our data sample (6 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Rifa?
Some ideas: Rifa Hamsah Fath; Rifa Alief Sahrul; Rifa Saifullah.
Famous people named Rifa?
Notable people named Rifa include Rifa Apolina, Rifa Apriliano, Rifa Of Ganefo.
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