Feriha is a Turkish feminine given name, serving as the local form of Arabic Fariha. The name derives from the Arabic root fariḥa, meaning "to be happy," and carries the core meaning of "happy" or "joyful." In Turkish usage, Feriha has been a recognizable name, though less common than its Turkish variant Feride, and reflects the broader influence of Arabic on Turkish onomastics through the Ottoman era. The name is structurally straightforward, based on the triconsonantal root فرح (F-R-Ḥ), which appears in the Quran and classical Arabic literature with connotations of rejoicing and contentment. In Turkish, phonological adaptation replaced the velar ḥ with a closer h, and the term acquired the characteristic Turkish feminine ending -a (spelled -ha due to its originally masculine/feminine distinction). While Feriha does not have exceptionally widespread usage, it appears in modern Turkey and among diaspora communities, including in Germany due to Turkish labor migration. It is most associated with women born in the mid-20th century to the early 2000s, with some literary or media depictions enhancing its cultural footprint. Notable Bearers One known bearer of the name is Doğa Feriha Sonkur, a Turkish actress, but most individuals are private citizens. The limited notable bearers reflect the name's moderate popularity compared to other Turkish female names like Ayşe or Zeynep. Meaning: Happy, joyful Origin: Arabic, via Turkish Usage: Primarily Turkish Related forms: Fareeha (Urdu), Fariha (Arabic/Urdu), Furaha (Swahili)