Farid Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfah-REED / /fæˈriːd/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: noble; Persian: unique
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Farid is of Arabic origin, commonly used in various Muslim-majority countries. It signifies uniqueness and nobility, reflecting positive traits. In Persian culture, it is also associated with being exceptional or one of a kind. The name has historical significance in literature and poetry, often used to denote a distinguished character.
Trend Summary
The name Farid has seen moderate popularity in various regions, particularly among Arabic-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fareed
- Faridun
International Variants
- Farid (Arabic)
- Farid (Persian)
Famous people named Farid
Farid al-Atrash was a Syrian-Egyptian singer and composer known for his contributions to Arabic music.
Farid Zakaria is an Indian-American journalist and author recognized for his work in political commentary.
Farid Bang is a German rapper known for his influence in the German hip-hop scene.
Farid Mammadov is an Azerbaijani singer who represented Azerbaijan in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Fictional characters named Farid
Farid is a character in the 'Artemis Fowl' series, known for being a loyal friend to the protagonist.
Farid is a character in the animated film 'The Prince of Egypt', depicted as a young Egyptian boy.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Farid was first seen in the United States in 1962. Farid has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Farid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Farid (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 11 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 11 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 24 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 21 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 19 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 33 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 36 |