Farrah

Pronunciation: [ f-EHR-uh ]

Girl Name #1,151 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

Arabic for joy — with a 70s superstar legacy

Arab Persian American English

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Meaning & Origin

"joy, happiness, delight"

Origin: Arabic

Language: Arabic

"cheerful, glad"

Origin: Persian

Language: Persian

Things to Know About This Name

Strongly associated with Farrah Fawcett and 1970s pop culture — some may see it as dated

The Story of Farrah

Farrah derives from the Arabic word 'farah' (فرح), meaning joy, happiness, or delight. It has been used across Arab and Persian cultures for centuries as an expression of the happiness a child brings to a family. The name traveled to the West primarily through immigration and was dramatically amplified in American culture by actress Farrah Fawcett in the 1970s.

Farrah spiked dramatically in the United States in the late 1970s following Farrah Fawcett's rise to stardom with Charlie's Angels (1976). Her iconic feathered hair became synonymous with the era. The name peaked around 1977–1979 and has declined since but retains nostalgic affection.

In Arab and Persian cultures, Farrah is a straightforward expression of joy — a wish for a happy life. In the West, it is almost inseparable from Farrah Fawcett, making it a time capsule of 1970s pop culture glamour.

Fun Facts

Farrah Fawcett's 1976 pin-up poster sold over 12 million copies — the best-selling poster in history
Farrah means joy in Arabic and is a common girl's name across the Middle East
The name appeared in the US top 200 briefly in the late 1970s due entirely to Farrah Fawcett's fame

Farrah in Other Languages

Urdu فرح

Arabic فرح

Hebrew פרח

Persian فرح

Turkish Ferah

Famous People Named Farrah

Farrah Abraham

Entertainer

1991

American reality TV personality known for Teen Mom

Farrah Fawcett

Actor

1947

American actress and sex symbol of the 1970s, icon of Charlie's Angels and owner of history's best-selling poster

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,151
Total SSA Count: 209
Cultural Origins: Arab Persian American English
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Fara Far

Pairs Well With

Farrah Lynn Farrah Michelle Farrah Jade Farrah Rose Farrah Nicole Farrah Elise

Sibling Names

Jenna Nadia Layla Omar Khalil Yasmine

Also a Boy Name

Farrah is also used as a boy name, ranked #15956.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Farrah

What does the name Farrah mean?

"joy, happiness, delight" (from Arabic). "cheerful, glad" (from Persian). Farrah derives from the Arabic word 'farah' (فرح), meaning joy, happiness, or delight. It has been used across Arab and Persian cultures for centuries as an expression of the happiness a child brings to a family. The name traveled to the West primarily through immigration and was dramatically amplified in American culture by actress Farrah Fawcett in the 1970s.

What is the origin of the name Farrah?

Farrah has Arabic, Persian, Arab, American, and English origins. In Arabic, it means "joy, happiness, delight". In Persian, it means "cheerful, glad".

Is Farrah a boy or girl name?

Farrah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1151. As a boy name, it is ranked #15956. Farrah is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Farrah?

Farrah is pronounced f-EHR-uh.

How popular is the name Farrah?

Farrah is currently ranked #1151 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Farrah?

Common nicknames for Farrah include Fara and Far.

What are good middle names for Farrah?

Popular middle name pairings include Farrah Lynn, Farrah Michelle, Farrah Jade, Farrah Rose, Farrah Nicole, and Farrah Elise.

What are good sibling names for Farrah?

Names that pair well with Farrah as siblings include Jenna, Nadia, Layla, Omar, Khalil, and Yasmine.

How many syllables does Farrah have?

Farrah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Farrah a common or rare name?

Farrah is an uncommon name, ranked #1151 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Farrah

Farrah is a girl name with Arab, Persian, American, and English origins . The name means "joy, happiness, delight" in Arabic .

Is Farrah a boy or girl name? Farrah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,151 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #15,956. Farrah is more commonly used as a girl name.

Farrah is currently ranked #1,151 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Farrah has 2 syllables and is pronounced f-EHR-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Farrah include Fara and Far. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.