Farai
Pronunciation: [ f-EHR-ay ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Farai first appeared in US Social Security records in 2005.
Over 6 babies have been named Farai in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Farai is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,905 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #17,905
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Farai
Farai is a boy name .
Farai is currently ranked #17,905 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Farai include Far, Fay, Faie, and Farkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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