Farisa
Farisa is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Horsewoman, woman of courage”.
| Meaning | Horsewoman, woman of courage |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فارسة |
| Pronunciation | FAH-ri-sah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Malaysia, Indonesia |
Meaning and origin of Farisa
Farisa is the feminine counterpart of Faris and refers to a woman who rides, and so to someone spirited and brave. Its root, f-r-s, is tied to horses and horsemanship. The same root also produces firasa, a word for sharp insight and the ability to read people, which leads some parents to hear the name as perceptive too. Farisa is rarer than its masculine partner, but it can be found in Arab countries as well as in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Is Farisa a Muslim name?
Farisa is an Islamic name of Arabic origin, the female form of Faris, meaning a horsewoman.
How popular is Farisa?
Farisa turns up both in Arab countries and in Malaysia and Indonesia.
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Spellings and variants of Farisa
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farisa mean?
Farisa means 'Horsewoman, woman of courage'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Farisa a Muslim name?
Farisa is an Islamic name of Arabic origin, the female form of Faris, meaning a horsewoman.
How do you pronounce Farisa?
Farisa is pronounced FAH-ri-sah.
Is Farisa a boy or girl name?
Farisa is usually a girl name.