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Fereshta is an Afghan variation of the Persian name Fereshteh (فرشته), which means 'the angel' in Persian. In Afghanistan, the variant Farishta can also be found.
What does the name Fereshta mean?
The name Fereshta is an Afghan form of the Persian name Fereshteh (فرشته) and literally means 'the angel'. An alternative spelling that is also used in Afghanistan is Farishta.
Where does the name Fereshta come from?
The origin of the name Fereshta lies in Persian, and it is a female first name that means 'the angel'.
How do you pronounce Fereshta?
The pronunciation of Fereshta is three syllables and fluid: 'Fe-resh-ta' [feˈʁɛʃta]. The soft fricative sound in the middle gives the name a gentle, slightly exotic tone. The open '-ta' provides a clear, friendly conclusion. Fereshta sounds melodic and distinctive - warm at the beginning and lively as well as characterful in overall sound.
Popularity
In Germany, Fereshta is considered a rare first name. Currently, the name ranks 5,884th among the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2013 at 3,816th. In the last ten years, Fereshta has been given as a first name fewer than ten times, placing it 11,442nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 9,958th.
Nicknames & pet names
Fee / Fery
Famous people
- Fereshta Kazemi (Afghan actress)
- Fereshta Samah (Afghan singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Fereshta
What is the origin of the name Fereshta?
Fereshta comes from Persian and is a female name form that is common in Afghanistan.
What does the name Fereshta mean?
The name Fereshta literally means 'the angel' and is derived from the Persian word 'fereshteh'.
How popular is the name Fereshta?
The popularity of the name Fereshta varies, but it is particularly common in Afghan and Persian-speaking communities.