Farida
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Farida
The name Farida means "unique" or "precious pearl" and derives from the Arabic root *f-r-d* (ف-ر-د), signifying singularity or oneness.
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Etymology
The name Farida means "unique" or "precious pearl" and derives from the Arabic root *f-r-d* (ف-ر-د), signifying singularity or oneness. It is widely used in Islamic, Arabic, and Persian cultures, notably as the name of Farida of Egypt, the first queen consort of King Farouk, and is also common among Muslim communities in South Asia and Africa.
Farida currently ranks #3,855 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2015.
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