Raifah
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Raifah
Raifah is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root R-F-H, meaning "gentle," "delicate," or "easy," with linguistic connections to comfort and refinement.
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Etymology
Raifah is an Arabic feminine name derived from the root R-F-H, meaning "gentle," "delicate," or "easy," with linguistic connections to comfort and refinement. The name is used primarily in Muslim-majority cultures and Arabic-speaking communities, with historical roots in Islamic naming traditions dating back centuries.
Raifah currently ranks #16,100 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2013.
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