Fairouz
Fairouz is a Muslim girl name meaning “Turquoise”.
| Meaning | Turquoise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian, via Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فيروز |
| Pronunciation | fay-ROOZ |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fairouz
Fairouz is the Arabic form of the Persian pīrōza, the turquoise stone, prized in the Muslim world for its sky-blue colour. Arabic took it in as fayrūz. The name is famous across the Arab world through the Lebanese singer Fairouz. Historically it was also a man's name: Fayrūz al-Daylamī was a Companion in Yemen at the time of the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Fairouz a Muslim name?
Yes. Fairouz is used by Muslim families throughout the Arab world and beyond. Its origin is Persian, but it has been part of Arabic naming since early Islamic times.
Where is the name Fairouz used?
Popular in Lebanon, Syria, Egypt and the Gulf; Fairuz is a common spelling in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Gifts with the name Fairouz
- Fairouz name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Fairouz baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Fairouz
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fairouz mean?
Fairouz means 'Turquoise'. It comes from Persian, via Arabic.
Is Fairouz a Muslim name?
Yes. Fairouz is used by Muslim families throughout the Arab world and beyond. Its origin is Persian, but it has been part of Arabic naming since early Islamic times.
How do you write Fairouz in Arabic?
Fairouz is written فيروز in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fairouz?
Fairouz is pronounced fay-ROOZ.