Farishta
An angel or a divine messenger.
Persia, Urdu
Girl · F
Farishta
“An angel or a divine messenger.”
Name Details & Attributes
About this name
Farishta is a Persian word for 'angel' used across the Middle East and South Asia. It evokes the concept of a pure, celestial being who acts as a bridge between the divine and the earthly realms.
It means "An angel or a divine messenger." Farishta has Persia and Urdu origins. Farishta has a popularity score of 58 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced Fa-rish-tah. It is traditionally associated with Islam. It is associated with themes of Celestial and Virtue. Its listed personality traits are Pure and Serene. It has 3 syllables and 8 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Fereshteh, Malak and Angel.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farishta mean?
The name Farishta means "An angel or a divine messenger."
What origin is the name Farishta?
Farishta has Persia and Urdu origins.
Is Farishta a boy or girl name?
Farishta is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Farishta?
Farishta is pronounced Fa-rish-tah.
Is Farishta popular?
Farishta has a popularity score of 58 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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