Masculine dossier · first seen 1970
Arafat
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
2011
Peak births
13
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Z
Quick answers about Arafat
How many people are named Arafat?
An estimated 188 living Americans are named Arafat.
How rare is Arafat?
Arafat is very rare among babies today, with 12 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 7.7% from its 2011 peak.
How old is the typical Arafat?
The median age of a living American named Arafat is approximately 10 years, with most bearers falling between 5 and 15 years old.
Is Arafat still popular?
Yes. Arafat is holding steady, with 12 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
1970Peak 20112025
Peak year
2011
Decline from peak
7.7%
2025
12
All-time
191