Farhan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Farhan originates from Arabic, meaning 'happy' or 'joyful'. It evolved from Arabic forms and is commonly used in Muslim cultures. The name is associated with positive traits and has gained popularity in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance. Notable individuals with this name include Farhan Akhtar and Farhan Saeed.
The name Farhan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Farhan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Farhan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2905th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2463rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2397th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Farhan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Farhan"
Pronunciation
/fɑːrˈhɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Farhan is derived from the Arabic root 'f-r-h', which means 'happy' or 'joyful'. It is often used to express happiness and positivity.
Meaning
happy, joyful
Language Evolution
فارحان (Farhan) in Arabic, فارح (Farah) as a related form, Farhan in Latin script
Historical Usage
The name Farhan has been popular in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities since the 20th century, often chosen for its positive meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Farah, Furhan, Faran
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Farhan is viewed positively, often associated with happiness and cheerfulness. It is a popular name among various cultures, particularly in South Asia.
Famous People
Farhan Akhtar, an Indian filmmaker and actor, Farhan Saeed, a Pakistani singer and songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Farhan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Farhan"
"Farhan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2905th of 16616 | 325 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2463rd of 24088 | 730 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2397th of 23106 | 676 |
Regional Popularity of "Farhan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
60.14% 2216th/3685 |
35.78% 1601st/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
22.35% 1154th/5164 |
52.56% 3844th/7313 |
29.80% 2224th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
33.30% 1494th/4487 |
33.77% 2304th/6822 |
31.56% 1981st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Farhan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Farhan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Farhan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.