He was born circa 1750 in Valle de Santa Rosa. His father was Blas Farias, and his mother was Luisa Salinas. His father owned Porción 60, Mier. In 1750, he lived in Camargo. The census recorded that he was the son of a settler, and español. His household had 3 people, and they received government aid to move to the colony.
He married Maria Dolores Ramos. It was her second marriage.