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Farooq
Pronounced fah-ROOK /fɑːˈruːk/Medium
Meaning: From the Arabic Faruq, 'one who distinguishes truth from falsehood; right from wrong' — famously the honorific of Umar, the second caliph, known as al-Faruq. A name of discernment, noted respectfully.Low
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History & Origin
As a boy's name Farooq comes from the Arabic Faruq, 'one who distinguishes right from wrong', best known as the honorific of the caliph Umar. A dignified name, rare in the U.S. (said 'fah-ROOK').
It appears rarely in the U.S., long familiar across the Muslim world. Rare, dignified, and meaning-rich.
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What does the name Farooq mean?
Farooq is Arabic for 'one who distinguishes right from wrong' — the honorific of the caliph Umar.
How do you pronounce Farooq?
It's said fah-ROOK /fɑːˈruːk/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Farooq a boy or girl name?
Farooq is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Farooq?
Farooq is a rare name in the U.S.