Fares
Fares is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Knight, horseman, or rider; one who exhibits chivalry.
Origin and history
Fares is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning knight, horseman, or rider. It is widely used across the Arab world and Middle Eastern diaspora communities. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, though its usage has increased steadily in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
1,063 babies in the United States have been named Fares since 1880. It ranks #3622 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1664.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.1 %)
- NY (24 %)
- TX (23.3 %)
- FL (15.7 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 11 |
| 1980-1990 | 22 |
| 1990-2000 | 104 |
| 2000-2010 | 242 |
| 2010-2019 | 421 |
| 2020-2029 | 263 |
Famous people named Fares
- Fares Fares: Actor
- Fares Karam: Singer, Musician
Fun facts
- In classical Arabic culture, the word refers to a skilled rider who embodies honor, courage, and chivalry.
- Though given to just over 1,000 boys since 1880, a notable portion of those births occurred within the last decade.