NAME PROFILE
Farid
Derived from Old English origins meaning 'from the coal town' or 'dark settlement,' this name describes a grounded and resilient soul. It suggests a person with a warm, welcoming presence and a creative spark that shines bright in any setting.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,120 |
| Gender | Male (25% / 75%) |
| Peak year | 2013 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1977 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 56%TX — 22%NY — 13%FL — 7%PA — 2%
Notable People
Colbie Caillat (Grammy-winning singer-songwriter) · Kolby Cooper (Country music singer) · Kolby Listenbee (Professional football player) · Kolby Allard (Professional baseball pitcher) · Kolby Smith (Professional football player)
Nicknames & Diminutives
KolKolbsBee
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