فرهاد

Ferhat

boyPersian, Turkish form of Farhad

Ferhat is a Muslim boy name meaning “Turkish form of Farhad”.

MeaningTurkish form of Farhad
GenderBoy
OriginPersian, Turkish form of Farhad
Arabic spellingفرهاد
Pronunciationfer-HAHT
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Ferhat

Ferhat is the Turkish and Kurdish form of the Persian name Farhād, with the final d hardened to t as Turkish does. Farhad is the tragic sculptor-lover of Shirin in Persian poetry, and the story of Ferhat and Şirin is a famous Turkish folk tale. The name is especially popular among Kurds in Turkey.

Is Ferhat a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Ferhat is the Turkish form of the Persian name Farhad and is common among Turkish and Kurdish Muslims.

Where is the name Ferhat used?

Common in Turkey, especially among Kurds, and in Algeria among Berber families.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ferhat mean?

Ferhat means 'Turkish form of Farhad'. It comes from Persian, Turkish form of Farhad.

Is Ferhat a Muslim name?

Yes, it is used by Muslims. Ferhat is the Turkish form of the Persian name Farhad and is common among Turkish and Kurdish Muslims.

How do you write Ferhat in Arabic?

Ferhat is written فرهاد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Ferhat?

Ferhat is pronounced fer-HAHT.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.