Faris
Faris is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Horseman, knight”.
| Meaning | Horseman, knight |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فارس |
| Pronunciation | FAH-ris |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Gulf States, Iraq, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Faris
Faris describes a rider, and by extension a knight, taking its sense from faras, the Arabic word for horse. Among the early Arabs the horseman stood for bravery, skill in the saddle and generous, chivalrous conduct. That ideal gave Arabic a word of its own, furusiyya, for the virtues a knight should have. The name has stayed in steady demand in Jordan, Palestine, Iraq, the Gulf and North Africa, and in the Maghreb it is most often written Fares.
Is Faris a Muslim name?
Faris is an Islamic name of Arabic origin, chosen for the courage and honour of the knight it describes.
How popular is Faris?
Faris is a favourite throughout the Arab world, and North African families usually spell it Fares.
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Spellings and variants of Faris
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Faris mean?
Faris means 'Horseman, knight'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Faris a Muslim name?
Faris is an Islamic name of Arabic origin, chosen for the courage and honour of the knight it describes.
How do you pronounce Faris?
Faris is pronounced FAH-ris.
Is Faris a boy or girl name?
Faris is usually a boy name.