Raftaar
Persian · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Raftaar
Raftaar is an Urdu/Hindi word meaning "speed" or "pace," derived from Persian roots where "raft" relates to movement and flowing.
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Etymology
Raftaar is an Urdu/Hindi word meaning "speed" or "pace," derived from Persian roots where "raft" relates to movement and flowing. The name is primarily used in South Asian Muslim and Hindu communities, particularly in India and Pakistan, reflecting the cultural blend of Persian-influenced vocabularies in the region.
Raftaar currently ranks #4,108 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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