Fareed Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfah-REED / /fæˈriːd/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: distinguished; Persian: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Fareed is of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures across the Middle East and South Asia. It signifies a person who is unique or distinguished. In Persian culture, it is associated with nobility and high status. The name has been used historically in literature and poetry, often to denote a person of exceptional qualities.
Trend Summary
The name Fareed has seen moderate popularity in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Farid
- Fareed
International Variants
- Farid (Arabic)
- Fareed (Urdu)
Famous people named Fareed
Fareed Zakaria is a journalist and author known for his work on international relations and politics.
Fareed Al-Ahmed is a notable businessman in the Middle East, recognized for his contributions to the finance sector.
Fareed M. K. is a prominent academic known for his research in the field of Middle Eastern studies.
Fareed B. is a celebrated artist whose works have been exhibited internationally.
Fictional characters named Fareed
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fareed was first seen in the United States in 1970. Fareed has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Fareed has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fareed (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 18 |