Find out how popular the first name Ferid has been for the last 1 years (from 1990 to 1990) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ferid by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Ferid is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1990, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Ferid.

The history of the first name Ferid

The name Ferid is derived from the Arabic word "farid," which means "unique" or "incomparable." It has its origins in the Middle Eastern and North African regions, where Arabic is widely spoken. The name can be traced back to the 7th century CE, around the time of the rise of Islam and the spread of the Arabic language.

In Islamic literature, the word "farid" is often used to describe Allah (God) as the one and only, unique and incomparable. This religious connotation might have influenced the popularity of the name Ferid among Muslims. However, the name is not exclusively Islamic and has been used by people of various faiths and backgrounds in the regions where Arabic has had an influence.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ferid can be found in the works of renowned Persian poet and philosopher, Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi (1207-1273 CE). In his poetry, Rumi frequently used the word "farid" to describe the divine and the concept of unity.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ferid. One of the most famous was Ferid ed-Din Attar (1145-1221 CE), a Persian poet and mystic who wrote extensively on Sufism and spirituality. His work, "The Conference of the Birds," is considered a classic in Persian literature.

Another prominent figure was Ferid Pasha (1851-1923), an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Vizier (prime minister) of the Ottoman Empire from 1920 to 1922. He played a significant role in the final years of the Ottoman Empire and the transition to the modern Republic of Turkey.

In the field of literature, Ferid Muhić (1943-2021) was a renowned Bosnian writer and poet. His works explored themes of identity, war, and the human condition, and he was widely regarded as one of the most influential literary voices in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Ferid Murad (born 1936) is an American physician and pharmacologist who received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1998 for his discoveries concerning nitric oxide as a signaling molecule in the cardiovascular system.

Ferid al-Din Attar (1142-1220) was a celebrated Persian poet and theoretician of Sufism. His masterpiece, "The Conference of the Birds," is considered one of the greatest works of Persian literature and a classic in the genre of allegorical poetry.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Ferid throughout history, showcasing its rich cultural and literary heritage.

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