Indian name meaning
Farid
♂ BoyFa·rid · 2 syllables
Unique; matchless; precious
- Origin
- Arabic
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
- Also spelled
- Fareed
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Thoughtful, analytical and spiritual — drawn to depth, wisdom and quiet study.
| F | a | r | i | d |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
8 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 4 = 16, then 1 + 6 = 7. So Farid carries the name number 7.
About the name Farid
Farid is a boy's name of Arabic origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “Unique; matchless; precious.”
Spoken aloud it is Fa·rid — 2 syllables. You will also see it written as Fareed; both spellings are the same name. Farid turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farid mean?
Farid means “Unique; matchless; precious.” It is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Is Farid a boy or a girl name?
Farid is traditionally used as a boy's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Farid?
Farid is of Arabic origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
How do you pronounce Farid?
Farid has 2 syllables and is said as Fa·rid.
What are the other spellings of Farid?
Farid is also commonly spelled Fareed. All of these are the same name with the same meaning.
What is the numerology number of the name Farid?
In the Chaldean system, Farid has the name number 7, “The Seeker.”
Is Farid a common name in India?
Farid appears 4 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Farid?
For a sister to Farid, families often stay within the same Arabic naming tradition — Falak, Farah, Fatima or Sana all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Farid?
Zaid, David, Junaid or Khalid share Farid's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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