Rafiah
Rafiah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Exalted, noble, of high standing”.
| Meaning | Exalted, noble, of high standing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رفيعة |
| Pronunciation | ra-FEE-ah |
| Arabic root | ر ف ع (r-f-ʿ) — to raise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rafiah
Rafiah renders Rafīʿa, 'exalted' or 'of high rank'. In Pakistan the shorter Rafia is very common. The name expresses the hope that a girl will be raised in honour and in her standing before God.
Is Rafiah a Muslim name?
Yes. Rafiah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'exalted'.
Where is the name Rafiah used?
Used in Pakistan, India and Malaysia.
Gifts with the name Rafiah
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Spellings and variants of Rafiah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rafiah mean?
Rafiah means 'Exalted, noble, of high standing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rafiah a Muslim name?
Yes. Rafiah is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'exalted'.
How do you write Rafiah in Arabic?
Rafiah is written رفيعة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rafiah?
Rafiah is pronounced ra-FEE-ah.