Farhana
Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Farhana: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1984.
Farhana is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root *f-r-h*, meaning “joyful,” “happy,” or “delighted,” and it is the feminine form of Farhan. It is widely used across Muslim cultures in South Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, celebrated for its uplifting meaning. Notable bearers include Farhana Bhula, a Scottish-based entrepreneur and founder of the ethical fashion brand *The Idea*, and Farhana Yamin, an internationally recognised environmental lawyer and climate justice activist. While no prominent places share the name’s root, the cultural link to happiness makes it a warm choice. The name is sometimes also spelled Farahna, though Farhana remains the most common variation.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19843 babies
- Latest (1986)
- #5653 babies
- Total births
- 6since 1984
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y