Indian name meaning
Farida
♀ GirlFa·ri·da · 3 syllables
Unique; precious
- Origin
- Arabic
- Most used by
- Muslim families
- Commonly used in
- Muslim families across India
From Indian public population records (adults, not newborns).
Ambitious, capable and determined — built for goals, authority and material success.
| F | a | r | i | d | a |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
8 + 1 + 2 + 1 + 4 + 1 = 17, then 1 + 7 = 8. So Farida carries the name number 8.
About the name Farida
Farida is a girl's name of Arabic origin, most commonly given in Muslim families and popular in Muslim families across India. It carries the meaning “Unique; precious.”
Spoken aloud it is Fa·ri·da — 3 syllables. Farida turns up occasionally in Indian public population records — recognisable, but not everyday.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farida mean?
Farida means “Unique; precious.” It is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Is Farida a boy or a girl name?
Farida is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Farida?
Farida is of Arabic origin and is most commonly used in Muslim families in India.
How do you pronounce Farida?
Farida has 3 syllables and is said as Fa·ri·da.
What is the numerology number of the name Farida?
In the Chaldean system, Farida has the name number 8, “The Achiever.”
Is Farida a common name in India?
Farida appears 8 times in a set of roughly 30,000 Indian public population records, which rates it “uncommon.”
What names go well with Farida?
For a brother to Farida, families often stay within the same Arabic naming tradition — Fahad, Faisal, Farhan or Hussain all pair naturally with it.
Which names sound similar to Farida?
Nida, Rida, Aabida or Zubaida share Farida's ending and have a similar rhythm when spoken.
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