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Furaha

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Joy or Happiness"

A Swahili name meaning joy, widely used in East Africa and influenced by broader Arabic lexical parallels.

Themes:joyswahilivirtuefeminine
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Popularity History of Furaha

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9102Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Furaha Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Furaha

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Furaha mean?
Furaha means "Joy or Happiness". A Swahili name meaning joy, widely used in East Africa and influenced by broader Arabic lexical parallels.
What is the origin of Furaha?
Furaha is of Swahili origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Furaha?
According to the latest SSA data, Furaha is currently ranked #9102 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Furaha a girl name?
Furaha is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Furaha?
Popular nicknames for Furaha include fura, fury, fu, raha, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Furaha?
There are many names similar to Furaha in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginSwahili, Arabic
Syllables3
Length6 letters
US Rank#9102
Trend→ Stable
Starts withF

Sibling Ideas

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Furaha has Swahili roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Swahili baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Furaha appears in several of our curated collections. Check out African Baby Names and Names That Mean Joy for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Unique Baby Names and Arabic Baby Names.

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