Boy name
Farouq name meaning
“one who distinguishes truth from falsehood”
Farouq is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning “one who distinguishes truth from falsehood.” It represents the Arabic Fārūq, derived from a root expressing separation or distinction. Farouk is a spelling variant, while Al-Faruq is known as an epithet of Umar ibn al-Khattab.
What does Farouq mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Farouq
A spelling of Arabic Fārūq, from a root expressing separation or distinction. Al-Faruq is known as an epithet of Umar ibn al-Khattab.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Farouq in Islam and the Quran
Farouq does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Farouq
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Farouq, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Farouq: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood
- Niam: blessings or favors
- Azka: purer, more virtuous
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Meaning of each word
- Farouq: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood
- Maulana: our lord, our protector
- Kodri: relating to power or ability
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Farouq Masyhur
Meaning of each word
- Farouq: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood
- Masyhur: renowned, widely known
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Meaning of each word
- Hamdun: praise, an expression of praise
- Farouq: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood
- Opik: help in achieving good
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Farouq Ilman
Meaning of each word
- Farouq: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood
- Ilman: knowledge, learning
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Meaning of each word
- Farouq: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood
- Opik: help in achieving good
- Hamam: resolute, energetic
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How to pronounce Farouq
| Syllables | 3 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /farouk/ |
| Arabic script | فاروق |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦥ꦳ꦫꦺꦴꦲꦸꦏ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮖᮛᮧᮅᮋ᮪ |
Is Farouq a boy’s name?
Yes, Farouq is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Farouq ranks #4,013 among boy names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Farouq
Names with related meanings
- Setyo♂Faithful, true to one's word
- Burhanuddin♂Proof of the faith's truth
- Sidik♂Very truthful, steadfast in truth
- Prasetya♂Pledge of loyalty, vow
- Burhan♂Convincing proof
- Setya♂♀Faithful, steadfast in truth
- Setyawan♂Faithful, committed to truth
- Satya♂Truth, honesty, faithfulness
- Singgih♂True, indeed so
- Burhanudin♂Proof of the faith's truth
- Haq♂Truth, that which is right
- Jati♂True, genuine
Famous people named Farouq
- Mohd Farouq Hasymi Nasution · b. 1994
FAQ about the name Farouq
What is the meaning of Farouq?
Farouq means one who distinguishes truth from falsehood. A spelling of Arabic Fārūq, from a root expressing separation or distinction. Al-Faruq is known as an epithet of Umar ibn al-Khattab.
Is Farouq a boy’s name?
Yes, Farouq is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Farouq?
Farouq is of Arabic origin.
Is the name Farouq in the Quran?
Farouq does not appear in the Quran, either as a name or as a word.
How many syllables does Farouq have?
Farouq has 3 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Farouq?
Farouq ranks #4,013 among boy names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Farouq?
Other spellings: Farouk.
What full names go well with Farouq?
Some ideas: Farouq Niam Azka; Farouq Maulana Kodri; Farouq Masyhur.
Famous people named Farouq?
Notable people named Farouq include Mohd Farouq Hasymi Nasution.
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