Wafi
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 40 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Wafi is a two-syllable boy's name with a open, approachable sound — ending on a vowel softens the overall impression. With only 40 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
Wafi is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Wafi is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, from wafī (وفي), meaning 'faithful,' 'loyal,' or 'trustworthy.' Faithfulness is among the most valued qualities in Islamic moral tradition, and names carrying this meaning have been used throughout the Arabic-speaking world for centuries.
Short and strong, Wafi has the direct, unfussy character of names that state their meaning plainly — a two-syllable declaration of the qualities a parent hopes their child will embody.
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Wafi is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Wafi has been recorded as a boy's name since 2008, with 40 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Wafi has 7+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2008.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 6 | #12235 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 23 | #12726 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 11 | #13455 | — |
The Story of Wafi
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2018, Wafi is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Wafi are most likely born between 2008 and 2022.
How rare is Wafi?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Wafi is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2008, peaked in the 2010s with 23 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(7 years, 2008–2022)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 | #12235 |
| 2018 | 7 | #10685 |
| 2015 | 5 | #13935 |
| 2013 | 6 | #12048 |
| 2011 | 5 | #14236 |
| 2009 | 6 | #12405 |
| 2008 | 5 | #14505 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2008–2022