Faraz
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Faraz first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 655 babies have been named Faraz in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Faraz is past its peak , currently ranked #12,308 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,308
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Faraz
Faraz is a boy name .
Faraz is currently ranked #12,308 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Faraz include Far, Fay, Faie, and Farkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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