Will my child share the name Arfa with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 26 UK babies named Arfa per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Arfa in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Arfa becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Arfa is rising: up 327 places since 2020, to #1,229 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #934 in 2012.

Is Arfa a good choice for a distinctive name?

Arfa is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Arfa?

Notable people named Arfa include: Arfa Khanum Sherwani, Hatem Ben Arfa and Fares Arfa.

Is Arfa a popular baby name in the United States?

Arfa does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Arfa is a distinctive choice, ranked #1229 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Arfa in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Arfa

Arfa is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 604 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #934 in 2012 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

Arfa is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Arfa in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Arfa

Arfa Khanum Sherwani — Arfa Khanum Sherwani is a left leaning Indian journalist and the senior editor of The Wire.
Hatem Ben Arfa — Hatem Ben Arfa is a French former professional footballer who played as a winger and attacking midfielder.
Hasan Arfa — Hasan Arfa was an Iranian general and ambassador to the Pahlavi dynasty.

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