Fariborz

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Name
Fariborz
Gender
Boy name
Syllables
3

Fariborz (فریبرز) is a boy's name of Persian and Iranian origin. Its meaning can be translated as 'the Glorious' or 'the Dignified'.

What does the name Fariborz mean?

Fariborz (فریبرز) is a boy's name from Persian and Iranian. It is directly translated as 'the Glorious' or 'the Dignified'. The origin of the name is based on two Persian terms: 'far' (فر), meaning 'splendor', 'dignity', or 'honor', and 'borz' (برز), meaning 'stature' or 'greatness'. The name became well-known through the Persian epic 'Shahnameh'.

Where does the name Fariborz come from?

Fariborz is a male first name that originates from Old Persian and carries the meaning 'the Glorious'.

How do you pronounce Fariborz?

Fah-ri-borz

Popularity

In Germany, Fariborz is a rather rare first name. In 2020, it ranked 4,047th on the list of the most popular male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2011, when it reached 2,275th place. Over the last ten years, Fariborz has been chosen as a first name less than 10 times, resulting in a ranking of 6,739 in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it is placed at 6,518.

Nicknames & pet names

Fari / Ferry

Frequently asked questions about the name Fariborz

What is the origin of the name Fariborz?

Fariborz is a male first name that originates from Old Persian and is rooted in Iranian culture.

What does the name Fariborz mean?

The meaning of Fariborz is 'the Glorious' or 'the Dignified', derived from the Persian terms for 'splendor' and 'greatness'.

How popular is the name Fariborz?

Fariborz is known in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities, but it is less common outside these regions.

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