Farrah
Meaning of Farrah
Farrah is the kind of name that walks into the room grinning from ear to ear—hardly surprising, since its Arabic roots mean “joy” and “happiness.” Usually said as FAIR-uh, it first fluttered across Anglo-American airwaves in the 1970s on the feathered wings of Farrah Fawcett, whose Charlie’s Angels stardom sent the name rocketing up the charts faster than a Saturday-night skater under a disco ball. The media spotlight dimmed, but Farrah never packed up her sparkle; she’s stayed comfortably in the U.S. Top 1,000 ever since, humming with quiet confidence and a little vintage glam. Parents who choose Farrah today often rave about its upbeat meaning, its breezy two-syllable rhythm, and the way it feels both retro-cool and refreshingly modern—like a classic convertible restored with a brand-new engine. If you’re looking for a baby name that practically radiates good vibes, Farrah might just be your ticket to instant sunshine.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as FAIR-uh (/fɑˈrə/)
American English
- Pronunced as FAIR-uh (/fɑɪə/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as FAR-ah (/fɐr-ˈah/)
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Notable People Named Farrah
| Farrah Fawcett was an American actress who became an international star on the first season of *Charlie's Angels* and earned four Emmy and six Golden Globe nominations. |
| Farrah Khan is a Democratic politician who served on the Irvine City Council before becoming the city's 23rd mayor from 2020 to 2024. |
| Farrah Storr is a British journalist who once led Elle UK and Cosmopolitan UK and now heads Substack in the UK and Europe. |
| Farrah Gray is an American entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker who became famous for building his fortune as a teenager. |
