Frishta
Persian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Frishta
Frishta means "angel" or "messenger" and derives from Persian, where "ferešta" (فرشته) is the direct linguistic root.
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Etymology
Frishta means "angel" or "messenger" and derives from Persian, where "ferešta" (فرشته) is the direct linguistic root. The name is used primarily in Persian, Afghan, and some South Asian Muslim communities, with historical significance in Afghanistan where Mir Khond (also known as Frishta) was a renowned 15th-16th century historian.
Frishta currently ranks #5,691 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2014.
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