Faisal
Faisal is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Decisive; one who judges right from wrong”.
| Meaning | Decisive; one who judges right from wrong |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فيصل |
| Pronunciation | FAY-sal |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Pakistan, Turkey, Somalia |
Meaning and origin of Faisal
Faisal, or Fayṣal, comes from a root meaning to separate or to decide. It describes someone who judges firmly and decisively, and in classical Arabic it could also mean a sharp sword. In modern times the name has royal associations, thanks to Iraq's King Faisal I and King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, the monarch who gave his name to the great Faisal Mosque in Islamabad.
Is Faisal a Muslim name?
Long established among Muslims, Faisal is admired for its sense of firm and fair judgement.
How popular is Faisal?
Used all over the Muslim world, especially in the Gulf, Pakistan, Somalia and in Turkey as Faysal.
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Spellings and variants of Faisal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Faisal mean?
Faisal means 'Decisive; one who judges right from wrong'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Faisal a Muslim name?
Long established among Muslims, Faisal is admired for its sense of firm and fair judgement.
How do you pronounce Faisal?
Faisal is pronounced FAY-sal.
Is Faisal a boy or girl name?
Faisal is usually a boy name.