Forida
Arabic or Germanic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Forida
Forida is likely a variant or feminine form derived from Germanic roots, possibly related to "ford" (passage) or from Arabic "Farida" meaning "unique" or "precious." The name is used primarily in Muslim-majority cultures and communities, with particular prevalence in Arabic-speaking regions and among Islamic populations.
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Etymology
Forida is likely a variant or feminine form derived from Germanic roots, possibly related to "ford" (passage) or from Arabic "Farida" meaning "unique" or "precious." The name is used primarily in Muslim-majority cultures and communities, with particular prevalence in Arabic-speaking regions and among Islamic populations.
Forida currently ranks #2,444 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1999.
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