Farid
Farid is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Unique, matchless, or precious gem.
Origin and history
Farid is an Arabic name meaning unique or matchless. It has a long tradition of use throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare name, chosen steadily by parents seeking a meaningful classical name.
Popularity in the United States
1,120 babies in the United States have been named Farid since 1880. It ranks #3572 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1714.
States where it is most popular
- CA (54 %)
- TX (21.4 %)
- NY (11.9 %)
- FL (7 %)
- NJ (2.1 %)
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 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 96 |
| 1980-1990 | 152 |
| 1990-2000 | 157 |
| 2000-2010 | 234 |
| 2010-2019 | 261 |
| 2020-2029 | 213 |
Famous people named Farid
- Farid al-Atrash: Composer, Musician
- Farid Zakaria: Journalist, Author
Fun facts
- Derived from the Arabic root f-r-d, which conveys the idea of singularity or being one-of-a-kind.
- Farida is the traditional feminine counterpart of the name.