Will my child share the name Hanifah with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 8 UK babies named Hanifah per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Hanifah in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Hanifah becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Hanifah is rising: up 2,458 places since 2020, to #3,035 in 2025. Its best recorded position was #1,176 in 2003.

Is Hanifah a good choice for a distinctive name?

Hanifah 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.

Is Hanifah a popular baby name in the United States?

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

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Hanifah

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Hanifah is a distinctive choice, ranked #3035 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Hanifah in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Hanifah

Hanifah is climbing rapidly up the charts, having climbed 2174 places in just five years. Its best recorded rank was #1176 in 2003 — and current momentum suggests it could challenge that mark again. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

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