Fakhruddin
Fakhruddin is a Muslim boy name meaning “Pride of the religion”.
| Meaning | Pride of the religion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فخر الدين |
| Pronunciation | fakh-rud-DEEN |
| Arabic root | ف خ ر (f-kh-r) — glory, pride |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fakhruddin
Fakhruddin (Fakhr al-Dīn) is a compound meaning 'pride' or 'glory of the faith'. Like other names ending in -uddin, it began as an honorific title in the medieval period. Its most famous bearer is Fakhr al-Dīn al-Rāzī (d. 1210), the great theologian and author of a major Quran commentary. The name is common in South Asia, Iran and Turkey.
Is Fakhruddin a Muslim name?
Yes. Fakhruddin is a classical Muslim name meaning pride of the religion, borne by the scholar Fakhr al-Din al-Razi.
Where is the name Fakhruddin used?
Used in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Iran, Lebanon (Fakhreddine) and Turkey (Fahrettin).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fakhruddin mean?
Fakhruddin means 'Pride of the religion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fakhruddin a Muslim name?
Yes. Fakhruddin is a classical Muslim name meaning pride of the religion, borne by the scholar Fakhr al-Din al-Razi.
How do you write Fakhruddin in Arabic?
Fakhruddin is written فخر الدين in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fakhruddin?
Fakhruddin is pronounced fakh-rud-DEEN.