Fayrouz

“Tourmaline, a precious stone.” — Associated with precious stones

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9827US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

50All-time births

📅 Since 201500

How to pronounce Fayrouz

FAY·rooz

/ˈfeɪ.ˌruːz/ · stress on FAY · 2 syllables

“Tourmaline, a precious stone.”

Associated with precious stones · Arabic origin

What does Fayrouz mean and where does it come from?

Fayrouz is an Arabic name that means turquoise, often associated with precious stones. The name holds significant cultural value and is famously recognized due to the Lebanese singer Fairouz, one of the leading vocalists in the Arab world. The name embodies femininity, beauty, and a sense of cultura

Cultural significance

Fayrouz has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of tourmaline, a precious stone..

Peak popularity

Reached #8851 in 2020 — currently #9827 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Fayrouz?

Fayrouz works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Fayrouz Grace

How popular is Fayrouz right now?

Rising fast — up 97 spots — currently #9827 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#9827 · Top 7.3%

2015

2020

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9827	10	▲ up 97
2022	#9924	10	▼ down 1073 · -17% births
2020	#8851	12	▲ up 10011 · +140% births
2015	#18862	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Fayrouz

Best Year2020Rank #8851

Peak Count12

Average Rank#11866

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Fayrouz

Fayrouz is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2015. With 50 total births recorded, Fayrouz remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18862 in 2015 to #9827 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Fayrouz in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Fayrouz has only 50 total recorded births since 2015 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Fayrouz?

Common

FayFaAyrouz

Famous people named Fayrouz

Fayrouz (Sufi mystic)

Fayrouz used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Fayrouz (Quranic figure)

Fayrouz appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

Fayrouz (Arab poet)

Fayrouz carried this name in the rich tradition of classical Arabic poetry.

Fayrouz (historical Arab ruler)

Fayrouz held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

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Arabic · A Arabic name

Fayyaz

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Firouz

Irish · A Irish name

Farrux

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Farrokh

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Fayrouz

What does the name Fayrouz mean?

Fayrouz means "Tourmaline, a precious stone." — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Fayrouz?

Fayrouz is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Fayrouz have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Fayrouz?

Fayrouz originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Fayrouz?

Fayrouz is a two-syllable name pronounced F EY1 R UW2 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Fayrouz trending right now?

Fayrouz is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.