Farid

In Arabic: فَرِيد

Distinct in his qualities, singular in standing—like a rare jewel

مُتفرِّدٌ بخصاله، وحيدٌ في مكانته، كأنَّه جوهرةٌ نادرة

  • Boy name
  • Virtue
  • Heritage
  • Longer
  • Strong sound
  • Rare
  • Pan-Arab

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As a child

  • Called at home

    فَرِيد, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.

As an adult

  • Professional intro

    Pleased to meet you, I'm فَرِيد.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Farid mean?
Distinct in his qualities, singular in standing—like a rare jewel
Is Farid a boy or a girl name?
Farid is a boy name.
How is Farid written in English?
Farid in Arabic: فَرِيد.
Does Farid fit the father's name?
Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.

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