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Farah

FA-ruh
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Farah (name) means a given name of Arabic and Persian origin, meaning "joy" or "happiness.". Example: “Mo Farah is a decorated British long-distance runner.”

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A given name of Arabic and Persian origin, meaning "joy" or "happiness."
"Mo Farah is a decorated British long-distance runner."
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Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic فَرَح (faraḥ), meaning "joy".

Origin: Arabic

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Farah” mean?
The word “Farah” means a given name of Arabic and Persian origin, meaning "joy" or "happiness.".
How do you pronounce “Farah”?
“Farah” is pronounced FA-ruh (/ˈfærə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Farah” in a sentence?
Here is “Farah” used in a sentence: “Mo Farah is a decorated British long-distance runner.”
What part of speech is “Farah”?
“Farah” is a name.