Rising since 2015, #5,554 for girls today.
Popularity of Furaha since 2008
Babies named Furaha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 74 |
Meaning & origin
Furaha is a Swahili name meaning 'joy,' and it first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2008. In 2025 it ranked 5,554th, with approximately 1 in 73,058 baby girls receiving the name. Its popularity has been rising since 2015, and its peak year so far is 2025. The name is most common in Iowa, where it appears among the top states. Furaha fits a broader trend of parents choosing meaningful word names from diverse cultures, and it offers a warm, positive connotation that is easy to pronounce and spell. As a modern coinage in the U.S., it carries a fresh, upbeat feel without being tied to any particular religious or literary tradition, making it a distinctive choice for families seeking a name that represents happiness.
Furaha is a Swahili word meaning 'joy' or 'happiness.' Swahili, a Bantu language with significant Arabic influence, is widely spoken in East Africa. The name has been used as a given name, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, reflecting a trend of adopting meaningful words from African languages as personal names. It remains relatively rare in the United States, with first recorded use in 2008.
Where Furaha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Furi, Raha
Sibling names for Furaha
Names that share Furaha's style, for a brother or sister.
