Farouq
The one who distinguishes between right and wrong.
Arabic, Middle East
Boy · F
Farouq
“The one who distinguishes between right and wrong.”
Name Details & Attributes
About this name
An Arabic name meaning 'one who tells truth from falsehood'. It was the epithet of Umar ibn al-Khattab, the second caliph of Islam, known for his justice.
It means "The one who distinguishes between right and wrong." Farouq has Arabic and Middle East origins. Farouq has a popularity score of 75 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced Fa-rook. It is associated with themes of Justice and Virtue. Its listed personality traits are Just and Wise. It has 2 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Farouk and Farooq.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farouq mean?
The name Farouq means "The one who distinguishes between right and wrong."
What origin is the name Farouq?
Farouq has Arabic and Middle East origins.
Is Farouq a boy or girl name?
Farouq is traditionally a boy's name.
How do you pronounce Farouq?
Farouq is pronounced Fa-rook.
Is Farouq popular?
Farouq has a popularity score of 75 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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