Fara
Fara is a Muslim girl name meaning “Joy, happiness”.
| Meaning | Joy, happiness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فرح |
| Pronunciation | FAH-rah |
| Arabic root | ف ر ح (f-r-ḥ) — to rejoice |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fara
Fara is generally a simplified spelling of Farah (Faraḥ), 'joy', with the final h dropped as it often is in Malaysia, Indonesia and the West. The pronunciation and meaning are the same as Farah. It should not be confused with the Somali boy's name Farah, which is written Farax in Somali spelling.
Is Fara a Muslim name?
Yes. Fara is usually a variant spelling of the Arabic name Farah, meaning joy, and is used by Muslim families.
Where is the name Fara used?
Mostly seen in Malaysia, Indonesia and the Western diaspora as a spelling of Farah.
Gifts with the name Fara
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fara mean?
Fara means 'Joy, happiness'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fara a Muslim name?
Yes. Fara is usually a variant spelling of the Arabic name Farah, meaning joy, and is used by Muslim families.
How do you write Fara in Arabic?
Fara is written فرح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fara?
Fara is pronounced FAH-rah.