Farwa
Arabic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Farwa
The name 'Farwa' is of Arabic origin, meaning "soft, delicate, or fluffy" (often referring to fur or down), derived from the root *f-r-w* relating to softness.
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Etymology
The name 'Farwa' is of Arabic origin, meaning "soft, delicate, or fluffy" (often referring to fur or down), derived from the root *f-r-w* relating to softness. It is used in Islamic and Persian cultures, primarily among Muslims, with historical note as the name of a female companion of the Prophet Muhammad (Farwa bint Abi Sufyan) and a male Sahabi (Farwa ibn Amr al-Judhami).
Farwa currently ranks #12,565 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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