Farida
Meaning of Farida
The name Farida is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, with roots deeply embedded in Arabic culture. Pronounced as fah-REE-dah in Arabic and fuh-REE-duh in English, this name carries the meaning of "unique" or "precious," reflecting its special status. An alternative spelling of this name is Fareeda. Farida has been used sporadically over the years in the United States, with its popularity peaking modestly throughout various decades. Despite not being among the most common names, it holds a timeless appeal due to its elegant sound and rich cultural significance. This name is perfect for parents looking for something distinctive yet meaningful for their child.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as fah-REE-dah (/fɑˈriːdə/)
English
- Pronunced as fuh-REE-duh (/fəˈriːdə/)
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Notable People Named Farida
| Farida Benlyazid is a prominent Moroccan filmmaker, scriptwriter, and novelist known for representing the struggles of Moroccan women in her internationally recognized films and scripts. |
| Farida Hisham Osman is an Egyptian competitive swimmer known for her expertise in butterfly and freestyle events, holding multiple national and African records. |
| Farida Anna Wiley (1889-1986) was an American naturalist, ornithologist, and educator known for her work at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, as well as her walking tours and field trips in Central Park and Greater New York. |
| Farida Khanum, also known as Malika-e-Ghazal, is a renowned Pakistani classical singer celebrated for her mastery of the ghazal genre. |
| Farida Parveen is a renowned Bangladeshi folk singer known as "the Queen of Lalon song," and has received prestigious awards for her contributions to music. |
| Farida Khalaf, a Yazidi woman, bravely escaped from ISIS captivity and shared her story in the book The Girl Who Escaped ISIS. |
| Farida Zaman is a renowned Bangladeshi artist and illustrator, known for her significant contributions to the art world and her role as the chairman and professor of the department of Drawing and Painting at the University of Dhaka. |
| Farida Benyahia is an Algerian magistrate and president of the Council of State of Algeria. |
