Farah
girl name#1348 in 2025Farah entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #803 in 1976, ranks #1348 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1960–2025
#1348
rank today
#803
peak (1976)
164
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3603 |
| 1970s | #1897 |
| 1980s | #1527 |
| 1990s | #1746 |
| 2000s | #1696 |
| 2010s | #1445 |
| 2020s | #1376 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Farah has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 6,200 people named Farah are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Farah alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Farah in 2025?
- Farah ranks #1348 among US girl names in 2025, with 164 babies given the name.
- When was the name Farah most popular?
- Farah peaked in 1976, reaching #803 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Farah with classmates?
- Farah will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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