Fara Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAH-rah / /ˈfɑː.rə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: joyful; Hebrew: to be a wanderer
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic-speaking cultures, Fara is often associated with happiness and joy. The name has also been used in Hebrew contexts, where it carries a different connotation related to wandering. Fara is relatively uncommon in Western countries but may be found among diverse communities. Its multicultural roots give it a unique appeal.
Trend Summary
Fara has seen limited use in the U.S., maintaining a low but steady presence.
Similar Names
Variants
- Farah
- Faraah
International Variants
- Farah (Arabic)
- Fara (Italian)
Famous people named Fara
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Fictional characters named Fara
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fara was first seen in the United States in 1914. Fara has ranked as high as #1041 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Fara has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fara (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 31 |
| 1961 | 29 |
| 1962 | 19 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 21 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 27 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 55 |
| 1977 | 59 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 8 |