Refa is of Arabic origin, meaning 'counselor' or 'guide'. It is composed of two elements: 'raafi' which signifies 'to raise' and 'fa', denoting 'help'. This name is often found in Islamic cultures, as it has religious significance in the Quran. The name Refa is considered to be unisex, although it is more commonly used for males.
No occurrences of the name 'Refa' were recorded among birth statistics for any year except 1918, with seven instances noted that year specifically.