Falak
Falak is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars”.
| Meaning | Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | فلک |
| Pronunciation | FAH-lak |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Falak
In Arabic, falak names the celestial sphere, the path in which heavenly bodies travel. Poets writing in Urdu and Persian use it simply for the sky. As a first name it is mostly given to girls in Pakistan and India, where its image of the lofty heavens feels both elevated and beautiful. Turkish has the same word as felek, used for the heavens and for fate, so it has a long poetic history.
Is Falak a Muslim name?
The word appears in the Quran, which describes the sun and moon as 'each floating in an orbit' (Quran 36:40).
How popular is Falak?
A popular girl's name in Pakistan, India and the South Asian diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Falak
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Falak mean?
Falak means 'Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Falak a Muslim name?
The word appears in the Quran, which describes the sun and moon as 'each floating in an orbit' (Quran 36:40).
How do you pronounce Falak?
Falak is pronounced FAH-lak.
Is Falak a boy or girl name?
Falak is usually a girl name.