Holding steady.
Popularity of Fardowsa since 1999
Babies named Fardowsa per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 35 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Fardowsa entered U.S. birth records in 1999, a relatively recent addition compared to longer-established names. Its popularity peaked in 2015, and since then its usage has remained stable. While exact 1-in-N figures are not available due to low overall frequency, it represents a meaningful choice within Somali-American and Muslim communities. The name carries deep religious significance, reflecting a common pattern where names derived from Quranic concepts are passed down across generations.
Fardowsa is a Somali and Arabic feminine name derived from the Arabic word 'Firdaws' (فردوس), meaning 'paradise' or 'garden in heaven'. The term appears in the Quran, referring to the highest level of Paradise. It is a common name in Muslim communities, especially in the Horn of Africa, and reflects religious devotion.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Fardo, Dowsa, Fardi
Sibling names for Fardowsa
Names that share Fardowsa's style, for a brother or sister.
