Farid
Farid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Unique, matchless, precious”.
| Meaning | Unique, matchless, precious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فريد |
| Pronunciation | fah-REED |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide, Iran, Afghanistan, Turkey |
Meaning and origin of Farid
Farid, or Farīd, means unique or one of a kind, and it was once used for a pearl without equal. Its root means to be single. Famous bearers include ʿAṭṭār, the Sufi poet of Persia whose full name was Farīd al-Dīn, and Baba Farid Ganjshakar, the saint of Punjab. Later, Farid al-Atrash, the Syrian-born singer who made his career in Egypt, brought the name to every corner of the Arab world.
Is Farid a Muslim name?
Rooted in Arabic and carried by renowned Sufi figures, Farid is chosen by Muslim families in many countries.
How popular is Farid?
Found across the Arab world, Iran, Afghanistan and South Asia, and in the Balkans and Turkey as Ferid.
Gifts with the name Farid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farid mean?
Farid means 'Unique, matchless, precious'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Farid a Muslim name?
Rooted in Arabic and carried by renowned Sufi figures, Farid is chosen by Muslim families in many countries.
How do you pronounce Farid?
Farid is pronounced fah-REED.
Is Farid a boy or girl name?
Farid is usually a boy name.