Faysal

“decisive, the one who distinguishes between right and wrong” — Associated with leadership qualities

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11264US 2023

6Births / yr

↓Falling

193All-time births

📅 Since 199300

How to pronounce Faysal

FAY·SAL

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

“decisive, the one who distinguishes between right and wrong”

Associated with leadership qualities · Arabic origin

What does Faysal mean and where does it come from?

Faysal is an Arabic name that signifies decisiveness and judgment, often associated with leadership qualities. It is derived from the Arabic root 'fa-sad-l', which relates to separating and discerning. The name has historical connections to several notable figures, most prominently King Faisal of Sa

Cultural significance

Faysal has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of decisive, the one who distinguishes between right and wrong.

Peak popularity

Reached #5713 in 2006 — currently #11264 in the US.

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How else can you spell Faysal?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Feysal

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Faysal?

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

Faysal Grace

How popular is Faysal right now?

Falling — down 70 spots — currently #11264 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#11264 · Top 8.3%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11264	6	▼ down 70
2021	#11194	6	▲ up 1500 · +20% births
2020	#12694	5	▲ up 157
2015	#12851	5	▼ down 6267 · -62% births
2010	#6584	13	▲ up 3128 · +86% births
2005	#9712	7	▲ up 249 · +40% births
1995	#9961	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Faysal

Best Year2010Rank #6584

Peak Count13

Average Rank#10609

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Faysal

Faysal is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1993. With 193 total births recorded, Faysal remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9961 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11264 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Faysal in 2006:

Jacob Michael Joshua Ethan Matthew

Faysal by decade

Faysal peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	26
2000s ★	101
2010s	61
2020s	5

💎Faysal has only 193 total recorded births since 1993 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Faysal?

Common

FayFaAysal

Famous people named Faysal

Faysal (Islamic scholar)

Faysal bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Faysal (historical Arab ruler)

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

Faysal (Sufi mystic)

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

Faysal (Islamic scholar)

Faysal bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

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What names sound and feel like Faysal?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Faysal also consider these

Fayssal

Arabic · A Arabic name

Faycal

Arabic · A Arabic name

Fayyad

Arabic · A beloved name

Faisal

Arab world · decisive, separator

Feysal

Arabic · Knight, heroic

Fattal

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arsal

Arabic · A name meaning

Fazal

Arabic · Grace, excellence

How is Faysal written in other languages?

Faizel

ARABIC

فيصل

Arabic

Common questions about the name Faysal

What does the name Faysal mean?

Faysal means "decisive, the one who distinguishes between right and wrong" — 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 Faysal?

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

What is the cultural origin of Faysal?

Faysal 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 Faysal?

Faysal is a two-syllable name pronounced F EY1 S AE1 L. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Faysal trending right now?

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