Farkhanda
Farkhanda is a Muslim girl name of Persian origin, meaning “Fortunate, blessed”.
| Meaning | Fortunate, blessed |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Written as | فرخنده |
| Pronunciation | far-KHUN-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Farkhanda
Farkhanda comes straight from Persian, where it describes something fortunate, blessed or of good omen. Classical poets used the word for a lucky day or a happy sign. The name does not come from an Arabic root at all, yet it has been part of Persian and Urdu-speaking Muslim naming for a long time. Today it is a common choice for girls in Afghanistan and Pakistan, where Farkhunda is a frequent spelling.
Is Farkhanda a Muslim name?
Muslim parents, above all in Afghanistan and Pakistan, give Farkhanda for its happy meaning of good fortune; it comes from Persian, not Arabic.
How popular is Farkhanda?
Farkhanda is common in Afghanistan and Pakistan, while families in Iran use the form Farkhondeh.
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Spellings and variants of Farkhanda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farkhanda mean?
Farkhanda means 'Fortunate, blessed'. It is of Persian origin.
Is Farkhanda a Muslim name?
Muslim parents, above all in Afghanistan and Pakistan, give Farkhanda for its happy meaning of good fortune; it comes from Persian, not Arabic.
How do you pronounce Farkhanda?
Farkhanda is pronounced far-KHUN-dah.
Is Farkhanda a boy or girl name?
Farkhanda is usually a girl name.