Fareeda
Fareeda is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Unique, matchless; a rare gem”.
| Meaning | Unique, matchless; a rare gem |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فريدة |
| Pronunciation | fah-REE-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Nigeria |
Meaning and origin of Fareeda
Fareeda, or Farīda, is the girl's form of Farīd. In classical Arabic a farīda is one precious pearl or jewel, prized because nothing else is quite like it. Fareeda is the usual spelling in South Asia and Nigeria. Arab countries prefer Farida, and in Egypt the name became fashionable through Queen Farida, King Farouk's first wife. It has a graceful, slightly regal feel.
Is Fareeda a Muslim name?
Muslim parents choose this Arabic name for its picture of a daughter as a rare and precious gem.
How popular is Fareeda?
Common in Pakistan, India and Nigeria, while Farida is the usual Arab spelling.
Gifts with the name Fareeda
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Spellings and variants of Fareeda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fareeda mean?
Fareeda means 'Unique, matchless; a rare gem'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Fareeda a Muslim name?
Muslim parents choose this Arabic name for its picture of a daughter as a rare and precious gem.
How do you pronounce Fareeda?
Fareeda is pronounced fah-REE-dah.
Is Fareeda a boy or girl name?
Fareeda is usually a girl name.