Ferhat
Ferhat is a Muslim boy name of Persian, Turkish form of Farhad origin, meaning “Turkish form of Farhad”.
| Meaning | Turkish form of Farhad |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Persian, Turkish form of Farhad |
| Written as | فرهاد |
| Pronunciation | fer-HAHT |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Kurdistan, Balkans |
Meaning and origin of Ferhat
Ferhat is the Turkish and Kurdish version of the Persian name Farhad, with the final d hardened into a t as Turkish tends to do. In Persian poetry Farhad is the sculptor who loves Shirin and meets a tragic end. Turkish folk tradition retells the same romance as the story of Ferhat and Sirin, which is still well known. Kurdish families in Turkey are especially fond of it.
Is Ferhat a Muslim name?
Ferhat is used by Muslims as the Turkish form of the Persian Farhad, and it is common among Turkish and Kurdish Muslims, though its roots are literary rather than religious.
How popular is Ferhat?
Ferhat is common in Turkey, especially among Kurds, and among Berber families in Algeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ferhat mean?
Ferhat means 'Turkish form of Farhad'. It is of Persian, Turkish form of Farhad origin.
Is Ferhat a Muslim name?
Ferhat is used by Muslims as the Turkish form of the Persian Farhad, and it is common among Turkish and Kurdish Muslims, though its roots are literary rather than religious.
How do you pronounce Ferhat?
Ferhat is pronounced fer-HAHT.
Is Ferhat a boy or girl name?
Ferhat is usually a boy name.