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Girl Name

Farah

"Joy, happiness, cheerfulness"

About the Name Farah

Meaning

Joy, happiness, cheerfulness

Origin

Arabic

Gender

Girl

First Letter

F

Farah is a girl name of Arabic origin. The name means "Joy, happiness, cheerfulness" and has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with F or explore other Arabic names.

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Popularity Over Time

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1950
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1960
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1970
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1980
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1990
#210
2000
#155
2010
#400
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Farah

  • FF Farah Fawcett

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Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
5
Starts with
F
Origin
Arabic

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