Falak
Falak is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars”.
| Meaning | Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فلک |
| Pronunciation | FAH-lak |
| Arabic root | ف ل ك (f-l-k) — orbit, celestial sphere |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Falak
Falak is the Arabic word for the celestial sphere or the orbit in which heavenly bodies move, and in Persian and Urdu poetry it simply means the sky. As a given name it is mostly used for girls in Pakistan and India, where it suggests height and beauty. In Turkish the same word appears as felek, meaning fate or the heavens.
Is Falak a Muslim name?
Yes. Falak is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning the heavens or celestial orbit, and the word appears in the Quran.
Is Falak in the Quran?
The Quran describes the sun and moon as 'each floating in an orbit' (Quran 36:40).
Where is the name Falak used?
Popular for girls in Pakistan, India and the South Asian diaspora.
Gifts with the name Falak
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Spellings and variants of Falak
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Falak mean?
Falak means 'Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Falak a Muslim name?
Yes. Falak is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning the heavens or celestial orbit, and the word appears in the Quran.
How do you write Falak in Arabic?
Falak is written فلک in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Falak?
Falak is pronounced FAH-lak.
Is Falak mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran describes the sun and moon as 'each floating in an orbit' (Quran 36:40).