Faris Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Faris has its roots in Arabic, meaning 'knight' or 'horseman', symbolizing nobility and strength. It has evolved through various forms such as Fariss and Farees. The name reflects traits of bravery and leadership and does not have biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages and continues to be well-regarded in modern times.
The name Faris is most popular in Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Faris has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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, 'Faris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3214th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3545th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4925th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4832nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3247th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1778th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1540th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7989th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Faris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Faris"
Pronunciation
/ˈfɛrɪs/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Faris is derived from the Arabic word 'faras', which means 'horse'. It is often associated with nobility and chivalry, as horses have historically been symbols of strength and honor in many cultures.
Meaning
knight, horseman
Language Evolution
Faris, Fariss, Farees
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Arab world and among Muslim communities, especially during the Middle Ages, when the qualities associated with knights were highly valued.
Variants & Derivatives
Fariss, Farees, Fares
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Faris is perceived as a strong and noble name, often associated with bravery and leadership within Arabic-speaking cultures.
Famous People
Faris al-Sultan, a prominent figure in Arab literature, Faris Abouhamad, a noted entrepreneur
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Faris"
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 "Faris"
"Faris" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3214th of 7545 | 106 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3545th of 6773 | 80 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4925th of 7552 | 35 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4832nd of 10718 | 72 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3247th of 16616 | 274 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1778th of 24088 | 1,168 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1540th of 23106 | 1,339 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Faris" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
42.98% 2715th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.64% 1587th/4582 |
29.59% 1528th/5164 |
27.55% 2015th/7313 |
22.50% 1679th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.45% 1532nd/3984 |
24.67% 1107th/4487 |
20.86% 1423rd/6822 |
26.12% 1639th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Faris" 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 "Faris"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Faris" 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.