This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Sunday, January 11, 2026 (1 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Sunday puzzles are large (21 by 21) and themed, about as hard as a Wednesday or Thursday.
Answer length: 4 squares
First letter
R _ _ _
First and last letters
R _ _ A
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RAFA as a word: A unisex given name; A diminutive of the male given name Raphael, variant of Rafe.
RAFA has been an answer 2 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since January 11, 2026.
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