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Farris
Farris is an Irish name meaning 'rocky land' or 'from the land of the rock.' It conveys strength and resilience, suggesting a person who is grounded and steadfast. The name has a rugged charm, evoking images of someone who is adventurous and unyielding like the earth beneath their feet.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,538 |
| Gender | Male (22% / 78%) |
| Peak year | 1923 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1911 |
| Most recent | 2008 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Irish, Scottish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage✨ Double Letter
Top States
GA — 35%TN — 23%TX — 20%KY — 14%MO — 7%
Notable People
Farris Fain (American professional baseball player) · Farris Jabr (American writer and journalist) · Farris McCarty (American politician) · Farris Malik (American entrepreneur) · Farris Alshahrani (Saudi Arabian actor)
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