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Name meaning

Farah

Girl's nameFars mənşəliƏrəb mənşəli

Cheerful, joyful, happy.

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Name meaning and origin

The name Farah means glad, joyful, happy in Persian and Arabic. In Persian, the word farah is used to mean joy and happiness.

The name is widespread in Azerbaijan, Iran, and throughout Central Asia. It symbolizes the girl child being joyful, cheerful, and content.

Name details

Gender
Girl's name
Origin
Fars mənşəli · Ərəb mənşəli
Letter count
5
Appears in the Quran
No
Variants
Fərəh
Pronunciation
fæ.ˈræh

Frequently asked questions

The most asked questions about this name.

  • What is the meaning of the name Farah?

    Farah: "glad, joyful, happy". Persian in origin.
  • Is the name Farah mentioned in the Quran?

    No, the name Farah is not mentioned in the Quran.
  • Is Farah a boy or a girl name?

    Farah is a girl name.