Faisal
Faisal is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Decisive, arbiter, or judge.
Origin and history
Faisal is an Arabic masculine name meaning 'decisive' or 'judge'. It has historically been borne by royalty and leaders across the Middle East. In the United States, it is a moderately used name with steady presence in multicultural communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,150 babies in the United States have been named Faisal since 1880. It ranks #2783 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1661.
States where it is most popular
- CA (36.6 %)
- NY (23.9 %)
- TX (14.1 %)
- VA (7.8 %)
- FL (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 123 |
| 1980-1990 | 283 |
| 1990-2000 | 419 |
| 2000-2010 | 436 |
| 2010-2019 | 623 |
| 2020-2029 | 266 |
Famous people named Faisal
- Faisal I of Iraq: Monarch, King
- Faisal of Saudi Arabia: Monarch, King
Fun facts
- Faisal has been the name of several prominent Middle Eastern rulers, including King Faisal of Saudi Arabia.
- The root verb of Faisal refers to separating or distinguishing between right and wrong.