Iron-worker or horse-leech; also knight or horseman.
Farris is a name with dual origins. In its English and French roots, it is a variant of Ferris, an occupational surname for a blacksmith or iron-worker. In its Arabic roots, it is a variant of Faris, meaning 'knight' or 'horseman,' symbolizing chivalry and strength.
About 11 boys were named Farris in 2025.
American journalist known for traveling to Iraq as a teenager
34th Governor of Florida
Austrian-Egyptian actor and screenwriter
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
