Faber

Latin clan name

"bean grower"

Faber Origin and Meaning

The name Faber is a boy's name of German origin.

Faber is a distinguished masculine name with Latin origins meaning 'craftsman' or 'artisan.' This occupational surname has transitioned to occasional use as a first name, carrying connotations of skill, creativity, and workmanship. The name evokes images of someone who creates with their hands, suggesting both artistic and practical abilities. Faber has connections to the Latin phrase 'homo faber,' meaning 'man the creator,' which emphasizes human ingenuity. While uncommon as a given name, it has gained modest traction among parents seeking distinctive names with substantive meanings. The name's brevity and straightforward pronunciation make it accessible despite its rarity. Faber also carries subtle literary associations through Faber and Faber publishing house, giving it intellectual undertones that appeal to book-loving parents.

The name Faber in Pop Culture

• Faber character in Ray Bradbury's "Fahrenheit 451"
• Faber College school in "National Lampoon's Animal House"
• Faber Castell, brand of pencil
• Faber surname meaning "ironworker, blacksmith," from Latin faber "craftsman"