Farrar
Pronunciation: [ f-er-AHR ]
Farrar is a girl baby name. Ranked #60,274 in the US, popular nicknames include Far, Fay, and Farie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Farrar first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 10 babies have been named Farrar in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Farrar is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,274 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #60,274
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Farrar
Farrar is a girl name .
Farrar is currently ranked #60,274 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Farrar include Far, Fay, Farie, and Farrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Farrar include Farrah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis