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Faris

/ FAA-ris /
Boy arabic 2 syllables
Meaning
Faris means horseman, knight (arabic).
Gender
Boy
Origin
arabic
Pronunciation
FAA-ris
Popularity
#1299 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Faris in the US, 1880–2025
192019401960198020002020

Faris first appears in US records in 1915. It peaked in 2025, when 150 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 150.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Faris popular?

Near its peak Faris is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

US babies given the name Faris, by decade
2020s 704
2010s 1,095
2000s 723
1990s 296
1980s 122
1970s 46
1960s 24
1950s 18
1940s 21
1930s 55
1920s 84
1910s 37

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Faris mean?

From the root f-r-s (ف-ر-س), meaning 'horseman, knight, cavalier', with connotations of chivalry and skill. The same letters also relate to Persia (Fars). Also spelled Fares.

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guide, leader · arabic
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ruler, authority · arabic
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Aariz
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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Faris mean?

Faris means horseman, knight. From the root f-r-s (ف-ر-س), meaning 'horseman, knight, cavalier', with connotations of chivalry and skill. The same letters also relate to Persia (Fars). Also spelled Fares.

What is the origin of the name Faris?

Faris is of arabic origin.

How do you pronounce Faris?

Faris is pronounced “FAA-ris.”

Is Faris a boy or a girl name?

Faris is most commonly used as a boy name.

Is Faris a popular name right now?

Faris is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.

How popular is the name Faris?

In 2025, Faris ranked #1299 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Faris most popular?

Faris was most popular in 2025, when about 150 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Faris?

Names similar to Faris include Anas, Saif, Hadi, Sultan, Aariz.

What names go well with Faris?

arabic names that pair well with Faris include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.