Fərhad

Fərhad Origin and Meaning

The name Fərhad is a boy's name.

Fərhad is a masculine name of Persian and Azerbaijani origin, prominently featured in Middle Eastern and Central Asian literature and folklore. The name derives from Persian 'farhād' meaning 'intelligence' or 'educated,' though some sources also suggest connections to concepts of happiness or joy. In the famous Persian love story, Fərhad was a skilled artist and engineer who fell in love with Princess Shirin. The schwa symbol (ə) in the spelling indicates the specific pronunciation in Azerbaijani. The name remains popular in Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkey, and other countries with Persian cultural influence. Fərhad carries connotations of passion, artistic ability, and determination, inspired by the legendary character who carved through mountains as a demonstration of his love.

Popularity of the name Fərhad

• 73 Azerbaijan 2023