Fara
Fara is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Joy, happiness”.
| Meaning | Joy, happiness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فرح |
| Pronunciation | FAH-rah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Fara
Fara is usually a simplified spelling of Farah, meaning joy, with the final 'h' left off, as often happens in Malaysia, Indonesia and the West. Its root is about rejoicing. The pronunciation and meaning are just the same as Farah. It is a different matter from the Somali boy's name Farah, which in Somali spelling is written Farax. For girls, Fara is a light, cheerful choice.
Is Fara a Muslim name?
Fara is a spelling of the Arabic name Farah and is used by Muslim families.
How popular is Fara?
Seen mostly in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Western diaspora as a form of Farah.
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Spellings and variants of Fara
Names similar to Fara
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fara mean?
Fara means 'Joy, happiness'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Fara a Muslim name?
Fara is a spelling of the Arabic name Farah and is used by Muslim families.
How do you pronounce Fara?
Fara is pronounced FAH-rah.
Is Fara a boy or girl name?
Fara is usually a girl name.