Faisal
Faisal: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Faisal
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
From Arabic فَيْصَل (fayṣal, literally “arbiter”).
How popular is Faisal?
Since 1880, 2,150 boys in the U.S. have been named Faisal. Its highest rank for boys was #1577 in 1999. In 2025, 40 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Faisal FAQ
What does the name Faisal mean?
A male given name from Arabic. From Arabic فَيْصَل (fayṣal, literally “arbiter”).
What is the origin of the name Faisal?
Faisal is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Faisal?
Since 1880, 2,150 boys in the U.S. have been named Faisal. Its highest rank for boys was #1577 in 1999. In 2025, 40 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Faisal a boy or girl name?
Faisal is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 2,150 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.