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Farah

Statistics: Germany · native version ↗
Girl Name day: October 26 #1984 all-time timeless Generation Alpha
82 babies named Farah in Germany (city panel) since 2010, peaking in the 2020s. Recorded from 2012 to 2025.
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Origin: Arabic. Meaning: Joy, happiness.

Name day for Farah

October 26

Why this day? This is the day the name-day calendar sets aside for Farah Pahlavi.

Farah Pahlavi, born Diba in 1938 in Tehran, was Empress of Iran and patron of 24 educational, health, and cultural organizations. She founded Pahlavi University and created the collection of the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tehran, one of the most significant outside the West. Contributions: Major cultural and artistic patronage (Museum of Contemporary Art in Tehran, Shiraz Art Festival); promotion of education and women's rights in Iran.

Source: Wikipédia · encyclopedia.com

Farah is celebrated in France, the United States, Italy, Spain and Germany on October 26.

The story of the name Farah

Farah is a first name of timeless elegance, originating directly from the linguistic diversity of Arabic. It finds its origin in the term *faraḥ*, which denotes joy, brightness, and deep happiness. This is not a fleeting bliss, but a lasting inner satisfaction that radiates onto the surrounding environment.

The sound of this name, gentle yet firm, carries a promise of light. Throughout the centuries, it has traversed cultures to establish itself as a symbol of active serenity.

Its history is also shaped by strong historical figures, such as Farah Pahlavi, who have endowed it with a dimension of nobility and international presence, anchoring its reputation in modernity.

What is a Farah like?

Farah embodies the archetype of benevolent light. Her ideal is to share lasting harmony and to reject melancholy in favor of a quiet vitality. Her dominant trait is this natural ability to defuse tensions through a calm and soothing presence. She does not seek noise, but the depth of relationships. Her optimism is not naive; it is a conscious decision to look forward with serenity and to spread a calming and sincere atmosphere around her.

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Farah in love

In love, Farah is open and sensual, without ever descending into vulgarity. She seduces through her human warmth and attentive listening, creating an intimacy based on mutual trust. She loves with generosity, bringing comfort and gentleness to the relationship. What attracts her is sincerity and emotional depth. Superficiality and manipulative games, however, quickly tire her, as she prefers authenticity and the building of a solid and joyful shared future.

Frequently asked questions about Farah

What is the exact meaning of Farah?

It comes from Arabic and means joy or happiness.

Where does the etymology of this first name come from?

It derives from the Arabic term 'faraḥ' for brightness.

Who is the well-known reference figure?

Farah Pahlavi is the main historical example.

Is the first name also used for boys?

No, it is classified as female through usage.

What emotion does this name generally evoke?

It primarily evokes serenity and cheerfulness.

Farah's profile

Energy 8/10
Humor 8/10
Independence 6/10
Sensitivity 6/10
Ambition 6/10
Stability 5/10
Whimsy 7/10
Diplomacy 6/10
Loyalty 7/10
Need for attention 6/10

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