Wafiq
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 6 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
If you're considering Wafiq, you're looking at a name that fewer than 6 families have ever chosen in the U.S. That kind of rarity is intentional — it signals that the name was chosen for its sound, its personal meaning, or a family connection rather than a trend.
The sharp, distinct ending gives Wafiq a direct, strong feel that works well in both playground and boardroom.
Wafiq is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Wafiq is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, derived from the Arabic root wafaqa, meaning 'harmonious, successful, well-suited.' The name carries connotations of alignment, aptness, and good fortune — someone for whom things fall into place.
Used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, Wafiq is a name that expresses aspiration through its very meaning. Its crisp two-syllable structure travels well across languages, making it accessible while remaining distinctly Arabic in character.
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In the American context, Wafiq is a boy's name with a focused stretch of recorded use (2023–2023). Its Arabic roots connect it to a broader naming tradition, but in practice, American usage often reshapes names — adding nicknames, shifting pronunciation, and building new associations that diverge from the original cultural context.
With 6 total births, Wafiq exists at the edges of the American naming landscape — a name known primarily to the families who carry it, giving it an intensely personal character.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Wafiq has 1+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2023.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 6 | #12151 | — |
The Story of Wafiq
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2023, Wafiq is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Wafiq are most likely born between 2023 and 2023.
How rare is Wafiq?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Wafiq is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2023, peaked in the 2020s with 6 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(1 years, 2023–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | #12151 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2023–2023