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Faniry

Faniry (pronounced fa-NI-ri) is a girl name of Malagasy origin, used in Madagascar. It means “Desired, longed for.”

Origin
Malagasy
Region
Madagascar
Gender
Girl
Espoir & avenir
meaning to be confirmed

More Malagasy names

More names that mean “Espoir & avenir”

  • Afriyie — Born at a favourable time; a child of good omen
  • Ayaan — Good luck, a good omen
  • Bahati — Luck, fortune
  • Chioma — Good God, good destiny
  • Ekundayo — Tears turn into joy
  • Elikya — Hope
  • Hiwot — Life
  • Idir — He will live — a name given to call life upon the child
  • Imani — Faith, trust
  • Ireti — Hope

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