Girl
Farah
joy, happiness
About Farah
Radiance and joy seem woven into the very fabric of this name. Its smooth, confident sound carries an international appeal that transcends cultural boundaries. The name has graced royalty, celebrities, and everyday families alike, demonstrating its versatile character. Its simple elegance makes it easy to spell and pronounce, yet it maintains an exotic flair that prevents it from feeling ordinary. Parents drawn to this name often appreciate its positive associations and graceful sound. It works beautifully across multiple languages and cultures, making it ideal for internationally-minded families. The name suggests warmth, brightness, and optimism—qualities that parents naturally wish for their daughters. Its timeless quality means it won't feel dated as trends shift, providing lasting appeal throughout the child's life.
Popularity of the Name Farah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | #803 | |||
| 1977 | #855 | |||
| 1997 | #511 | #615 | ||
| 1998 | #664 | #739 | ||
| 1999 | #516 | #908 | ||
| 2000 | #505 | #567 | ||
| 2001 | #451 | #663 | #922 | |
| 2002 | #477 | #546 | ||
| 2003 | #523 | #523 | ||
| 2004 | #548 | #736 | ||
| 2005 | #544 | #644 | ||
| 2006 | #527 | #762 | ||
| 2007 | #574 | #930 | #727 | |
| 2008 | #528 | #936 | #710 | |
| 2009 | #477 | #447 | #596 | |
| 2010 | #641 | #696 | #583 | |
| 2011 | #491 | #690 | ||
| 2012 | #522 | #523 | #843 | |
| 2013 | #653 | #553 | #618 | |
| 2014 | #550 | #358 | #683 | |
| 2015 | #551 | #725 | ||
| 2016 | #657 | #402 | #577 | |
| 2017 | #671 | #601 | #638 | |
| 2018 | #683 | #767 | #579 | |
| 2019 | #635 | #757 | ||
| 2020 | #976 | #412 | #974 | |
| 2021 | #663 | #465 | #786 | |
| 2022 | #603 | #511 | ||
| 2023 | #653 | #563 | #626 | |
| 2024 | #713 | #655 | #602 | |
| 2025 | #717 | #628 | ||
| 1995 | #552 | #803 | ||
| 1991 | #587 | |||
| 1992 | #653 | |||
| 1993 | #620 | |||
| 1994 | #599 | |||
| 1996 | #662 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Farah
Names Similar to Farah
Nicknames for Farah
- Fari
- Fara
- Rah
- Fee
- Fae
Famous People Named Farah
| Farah Pahlavi | Former Empress of Iran |
| Farah Fath | American actress |
| Farah Khan | Indian film director and choreographer |
| Farah Karimi | Dutch politician |
| Farah Zeynep Abdullah | Turkish actress |
| Farah Pandith | American diplomat |
| Farah Jasmine Griffin | American writer and academic |
| Farah Al-Khateeb | Jordanian news anchor |
| Farah Holt | British fashion model |
| Farah Ann Abdul Hadi | Malaysian artistic gymnast |
| Farah Bseiso | Jordanian stand-up comedian |
| Farah Mensah | Ghanaian journalist and news anchor |
| Farah Nasser | Canadian television journalist |
| Farah Damji | Tanzanian entrepreneur and activist |
| Farah Nabilah | Bruneian singer and songwriter |
| Farah Stockman | American journalist and Pulitzer Prize winner |
| Farah Moinian | Iranian-born real estate developer |
| Farah Nabulsi | Palestinian-British filmmaker |
| Farah Zulaikha | Singaporean artist and illustrator |
| Farah Ayadi | French-Algerian journalist and television presenter |
Characters Named Farah
| Farah Black | Character in the video game "Prince of Persia - The Sands of Time" |
| Farah Dos Santos | Character in the TV series "The Rain" |
| Farah Ahmad | Character in the novel "The Reluctant Fundamentalist" by Mohsin Hamid |
| Farah Brennan | Character in the TV series "Home and Away" |
| Farah Kharrubi | Character in the TV series "Mystery Road" |
| Farah Klein | Character in the TV series "Gute Zeiten, schlechte Zeiten" |
| Farah Hedayati | Character in the TV series "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Farah Jafari | Character in the TV series "The Widow" |
| Farah Maalik | Character in the TV series "Hollyoaks" |
| Farah Nazan | Character in the TV series "Leyla ile Mecnun" |
| Farah Pok | Character in the comic series "Blacksad" by Juan Díaz Canales and Juanjo Guarnido |
| Farah Reid | Character in the TV series "Wentworth" |
| Farah Saleh | Character in the TV series "Coronation Street" |
| Farah Sheikh | Character in the TV series "Casualty" |
| Farah Usman | Character in the TV series "Family Affairs" |
| Farah Wardani | Character in the TV series "Neighbours" |
| Farah Winnfield | Character in the movie "Pulp Fiction" |
| Farah Woodhull | Character in the TV series "New Amsterdam" |
| Farah Zulaikha | Character in the comic series "Twelve Reasons To Die" |
| Farah Zimmer | Character in the TV series "Shortland Street" |