Rising since 1990, #2,056 for boys today.
Popularity of Farhan since 1976
Babies named Farhan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 154 |
| 1990s | 280 |
| 2000s | 455 |
| 2010s | 552 |
| 2020s | 368 |
Meaning & origin
Farhan, an Arabic name meaning 'joyful', has seen a steady rise in U.S. usage since the 1990s. First recorded in 1976, it reached its peak rank of 2,056 in 2025, with 1 in 23,723 boys receiving the name. The name is most common in Virginia, New York, and California. Farhan's etymology points to happiness and delight, and it remains a familiar choice in Muslim communities, carrying a positive and optimistic connotation.
Farhan derives from Arabic fariḥa, meaning 'to be joyful' or 'to rejoice'. It is a common name across the Muslim world, especially in South Asia and the Middle East. The name has been used for centuries, appearing in classical Arabic literature and poetry.
Where Farhan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Farhan” around the world
Where Farhan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Farh, Fari, Hani
Variants: Farhaan, Farhān
Sibling names for Farhan
Names that share Farhan's style, for a brother or sister.
