He was born circa 1743. His father was Francisco Ignacio Farias, and his mother was Juana Maria Barrera. In 1750, he lived in Camargo. The census recorded that he was the son of a settler, español, and 7 years old. His household had 8 people, and they received government aid to move to the colony. He owned Porción 1, Camargo.
He married Manuela Treviño, daughter of Diego Treviño and Lucrecia Rodriguez. Her father owned Porción 55, Camargo.
He married Josefa Landa, daughter of Francisco de Landa and Antonia de Hinojosa. It was his second marriage. Her mother owned Porción 5, Camargo.
Porción 1, Camargo