Farzana
Pashto · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Farzana
Farzana is a feminine given name derived from the Arabic root "faraz," meaning "wise" or "intelligent," often interpreted as "enlightened" or "discerning." The name is predominantly used in Muslim-majority cultures across the Middle East, South Asia (particularly Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India), and the diaspora, with historical usage among Persian and Islamic societies.
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Etymology
Farzana is a feminine given name derived from the Arabic root "faraz," meaning "wise" or "intelligent," often interpreted as "enlightened" or "discerning." The name is predominantly used in Muslim-majority cultures across the Middle East, South Asia (particularly Pakistan, Bangladesh, and India), and the diaspora, with historical usage among Persian and Islamic societies.
Farzana currently ranks #13,762 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1997.
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