Rufina
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Behold, a son
Origin: Hebrew/Spanish
Popularity: Ranked #14599 in 2025 with 6 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Rubin, meaning behold, a son.
Similar names: rufino, rubin, rubina, rumina, riina, rin, rui
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Rufina? About 1 in 554,750 babies born in 2025 were named Rufina, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Rufina
What does the name Rufina mean?
Rufina means “Behold, a son” from Hebrew/Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Rufina?
Rufina has Hebrew/Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Behold, a son”.
How popular is Rufina?
Rufina ranked #13208 in 2025 — given to 6 babies that year.
When was Rufina most popular?
Rufina peaked in 1928 with 32 babies registered that year.
Is Rufina a boy or girl name?
Rufina is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Rufinas in registered births are female.
Is the name Rufina rising or falling in popularity?
Rufina has risen 2117 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #15325 in 2020 to #13208 in 2025.
How long has Rufina been recorded?
Rufina appears in birth records across 103 years — from 1892 through 2025.