Farouk
Farouk is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who distinguishes truth from falsehood”.
| Meaning | One who distinguishes truth from falsehood |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فاروق |
| Pronunciation | fa-ROOK |
| Arabic root | ف ر ق (f-r-q) — to separate, distinguish |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Farouk
Farouk (Fārūq) means one who clearly separates right from wrong. Al-Faruq was the title given to the second caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab, which is why the name has always been honoured. In Egypt it is also remembered as the name of King Farouk, the last ruling king. The spelling Farouk is French-influenced; Farooq is usual in South Asia.
Is Farouk a Muslim name?
Yes. Farouk (Faruq) is a Muslim name and the title of the caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab.
Is Farouk in the Quran?
Its root gives al-Furqan, the Criterion: 'Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion upon His servant' (Quran 25:1).
Where is the name Farouk used?
Common in Egypt; Farooq in Pakistan and India, Faruk in Turkey and the Balkans.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Farouk mean?
Farouk means 'One who distinguishes truth from falsehood'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Farouk a Muslim name?
Yes. Farouk (Faruq) is a Muslim name and the title of the caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab.
How do you write Farouk in Arabic?
Farouk is written فاروق in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Farouk?
Farouk is pronounced fa-ROOK.
Is Farouk mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives al-Furqan, the Criterion: 'Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion upon His servant' (Quran 25:1).