Happy, joyful, or glad
Farhiya is a feminine name of Arabic origin that signifies happiness and delight. It is widely used within Somali-speaking communities and other parts of East Africa, often chosen to celebrate the joy a new child brings to a family.
Less common today
Farhiya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,267 in 2016.
Somali-Canadian television journalist and news anchor
Popular Somali singer and performer
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
