Farooq Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfa-ROOK / /fæˈruːk/Arabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who distinguishes truth from falsehood'; Urdu: 'the one who is wise'
Historical & Cultural Background
Farooq is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with the second caliph of Islam, Umar ibn al-Khattab, who was given the title 'Al-Farooq' for his ability to distinguish between right and wrong. The name is prevalent in various countries, including those in South Asia and the Middle East. It reflects qualities of wisdom and discernment.
Trend Summary
The name Farooq has seen moderate popularity in various Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia.
Similar Names
Variants
- Farouq
- Farooq
International Variants
- Farouk (French)
- Faruq (Arabic)
Famous people named Farooq
Farooq Abdullah is an Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.
Farooq Khan is a Pakistani cricketer known for his contributions to the national team.
Farooq Nazki is a noted Pakistani artist recognized for his work in contemporary art.
Farooq Qureshi is a prominent Pakistani television host and journalist.
Fictional characters named Farooq
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Farooq was first seen in the United States in 1978. Farooq has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Farooq has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Farooq
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |