Farid
Farid is a boys' name of Arabic origin meaning “unique, precious, incomparable.” Meaning unique or incomparable, Farid is a name of singular distinction.
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how do you pronounce Farid?
fah-REED
where does the name Farid come from?
An Arabic masculine name, also spelled Fareed or Ferid, meaning unique, one of a kind or incomparable.
The great Persian poet Farid ud-Din Attar wrote 'The Conference of the Birds,' one of the masterpieces of Sufi literature. The name declares each bearer to be one-of-a-kind — precious beyond comparison.
the history of Farid
It has long been common in communities across the Middle East, the Balkans, North Africa and South East Asia.
who are famous people named Farid?
- Farid ud-Din Attar (Persian Sufi poet)
- Farid al-Atrash (Syrian-Egyptian singer and composer)
what are the nicknames and variants of Farid?
Variants around the world
what names are similar to Farid?
what names go well with Farid?
Sibling names that share Farid's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Farid
What does the name Farid mean?
Farid means “unique, precious, incomparable”.
What is the origin of the name Farid?
Farid comes from the Arabic naming tradition. Related forms include Fareed and Ferid.
How popular is the name Farid?
Farid has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Farid a boy or girl name?
Farid is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Farid?
Farid is pronounced fah-REED, with 2 syllables.
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