Farah
GirlArabic
Farah is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Joy, happiness, delight".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Joy, happiness, delight
Etymology
Derived from the Arabic root f‑r‑ḥ (ف ر ح) meaning ‘to be happy’; the noun farah (فرح) denotes ‘joy’.
Famous People Named Farah
- Farah Pahlavi — queen/empress consort of Iran from 1959 to 1979
- Farah Zeynep Abdullah — Turkish actor and singer (born 1989)
- Farah — India actress
Frequently Asked Questions About Farah
What does the name Farah mean?
Farah means "Joy, happiness, delight", and is of Arabic origin.
What is the origin of the name Farah?
Farah originates from Arabic, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Farah a boy or girl name?
Farah is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Farah associated with?
Farah is associated with Islamic.
Are there famous people named Farah?
Yes — notable people named Farah include Farah Pahlavi (queen/empress consort of Iran from 1959 to 1979), Farah Zeynep Abdullah (Turkish actor and singer, born 1989) and Farah (India actress).
Last updated: June 2026