Fares Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAH-res / /ˈfɛərɛs/Arabic; French
Meaning
Arabic: 'to be brave'; French: 'a variant of Farris'
Historical & Cultural Background
Fares is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various Arabic-speaking countries. It is associated with bravery and valor, reflecting cultural values in many societies. In French contexts, it is often considered a variant of the name Farris, which carries similar meanings. The name has gained some popularity in Western countries due to its appealing sound and cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Fares has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Farris
- Faris
International Variants
- Farris (English)
- Fares (Arabic)
- Faris (Arabic)
Famous people named Fares
Fares Karam is a Lebanese singer known for his contributions to Arabic pop music.
Fares Boueiz is a Lebanese actor recognized for his roles in various television series.
Fares Al-Sultan is a German triathlete who has competed in multiple international events.
Fares Ziad is a prominent Palestinian artist known for his contemporary works.
Fictional characters named Fares
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fares was first seen in the United States in 1976. Fares has ranked as high as #1330 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Fares has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fares (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 32 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 51 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 49 |
| 2015 | 42 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 41 |
| 2019 | 42 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 45 |