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Farra

Quick answerThe name 'Farra' is of Arabic origin, meaning "joyful" or "cheerful," derived from the root *f-r-r* or *f-r-ḥ* connoting happiness.

Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#15,892
TrendFalling ↓
Peak year1977
Syllables2
OriginArabic
LanguageArabic
CultureArabic
ReligionIslam
Letters5
Numerology8 Chaldean 5
Global rank#15,892

Popularity over time

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Farra

The name 'Farra' is of Arabic origin, meaning "joyful" or "cheerful," derived from the root *f-r-r* or *f-r-ḥ* connoting happiness.

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Etymology

The name 'Farra' is of Arabic origin, meaning "joyful" or "cheerful," derived from the root *f-r-r* or *f-r-ḥ* connoting happiness. It is used primarily in Arabic-speaking and Muslim cultures, with no notable historical figures or widespread historical context beyond its positive connotation.

Farra currently ranks #15,892 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1977.

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