Fariss

A Arabic name with cultural significance
Arabic origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1559US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.2%Percentile

What does Fariss mean and where does it come from?

Fariss is a name found across Arabic cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Fariss carries the heritage of Arabic tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1559 in 2015 — currently #1559 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Fariss?

Fariss works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Fariss Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Fariss Rose
Floral · soft ending
Fariss Mae
Sweet · timeless
Fariss Claire
French influence · crisp
Fariss Jane
Literary · strong
Fariss Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Fariss right now?

Holding steady — currently #1559 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1559 · Top 1.2%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#155910stable
2022#155910stable
2021#155910stable
2020#155910stable
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💎Fariss is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Fariss?

Common
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Famous people named Fariss

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Fariss (Islamic scholar)
Fariss bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.
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Fariss (Sufi mystic)
Fariss used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Fariss (historical Arab ruler)
Fariss held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.
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Fariss (Sufi mystic)
Fariss used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.
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Common questions about the name Fariss

What does the name Fariss mean?
Fariss means "A Arabic name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Fariss?
Fariss is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Fariss?
Fariss originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Fariss a common or rare name?
Fariss is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Fariss more of a girl or boy name?
Fariss is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.