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Fariza

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Pronounced fah-REE-zah /fɑːˈriː.zə/Medium

Meaning: An Arabic/Kazakh name Fariza, linked to 'happy; content' and, by a related root, 'one who is set apart; distinct.' A warm, dignified name.Low

In 30 seconds: A warm, dignified name: Fariza means 'happy; content' (said 'fah-REE-zah'). Graceful and rooted.
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Origin LowArabic, Kazakh
MeaningAn Arabic/Kazakh name Fariza, linked to 'happy; content' and, by a related root, 'one who is set apart; distinct.' A warm, dignified name.
U.S. rank (2020)#13999 ↘ Falling
2020 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2016
Total births (all-time)≈ 42

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201620112020

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

Fariza is Arabic/Kazakh, linked to 'happy; content.' The exact route is layered, which we note - extremely rare in the U.S. (said 'fah-REE-zah').

It is extremely rare in the U.S.

Did you know? Fariza is an Arabic/Kazakh name tied to 'happy; content' - and, by a related root, 'one set apart' - a warm, dignified pick, common in Central Asia (said 'fah-REE-zah').
Overall data confidence 40%
References - Fariza — Arabic/Kazakh 'happy; content'; layered

Variations

FarisaFerizaFarisa

Nicknames

FariRiza

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Fariza mean?

Fariza is an Arabic/Kazakh name linked to 'happy; content'; the route is layered.

How do you pronounce Fariza?

It's said fah-REE-zah /fɑːˈriː.zə/ - three syllables, stress on the second.

Is Fariza a boy or girl name?

Fariza is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Fariza?

Fariza is extremely rare in the U.S.

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