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Fariz

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Pronounced FAH-riz /ˈfɑ.rɪz/Medium

Meaning: A form of Faris — from the Arabic, 'a knight; a horseman; a cavalier', connoting courage and skillLow

In 30 seconds: A knight; a horseman: Fariz is a form of Faris. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'FAH-riz').

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Origin LowArabic, Persian

MeaningA form of Faris — from the Arabic, 'a knight; a horseman; a cavalier', connoting courage and skill

U.S. rank (2025)#12627 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 47

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Fariz is a form of Faris — from the Arabic, 'a knight; a horseman; a cavalier', connoting courage and skill. A crisp, classic name (said 'FAH-riz').

In the U.S. it appears in Arabic-speaking and Central Asian families. Rare, a-knight at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Faris is Arabic for 'a knight; a horseman', connoting courage — Fariz is a form of it, crisp and spirited (said 'FAH-riz').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Faris — Arabic etymology

Variations

FarisFaresFaariz

Nicknames

Fari

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Fariz mean?

Fariz is a form of Faris — Arabic 'a knight; a horseman; a cavalier'.

How do you pronounce Fariz?

It's said FAH-riz /ˈfɑ.rɪz/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Fariz a boy or girl name?

Fariz is a boy's name.

How popular is Fariz?

Fariz is a very rare name in the U.S.