Fawad
Fawad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Heart”.
| Meaning | Heart |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian spelling |
| Arabic spelling | فؤاد |
| Pronunciation | fuh-WAHD |
| Arabic root | ف أ د (f-ʾ-d) — heart |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fawad
Fawad is the usual Pakistani and Afghan spelling of the Arabic name Fuʾād, meaning 'heart' — in the Quranic sense of the inner heart that feels and understands. The vowel shift from u to a reflects Urdu and Pashto pronunciation. Well-known bearers include the Pakistani actor Fawad Khan.
Is Fawad a Muslim name?
Yes. Fawad is the South Asian form of the Arabic name Fuad, meaning 'heart', a word that appears in the Quran.
Is Fawad in the Quran?
The word fuʾād appears in 'Indeed, the hearing, the sight and the heart (al-fuʾād) — all of these will be questioned' (Quran 17:36).
Where is the name Fawad used?
Widely used in Pakistan and Afghanistan and among their diasporas.
Gifts with the name Fawad
- Fawad name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Fawad baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fawad mean?
Fawad means 'Heart'. It comes from Arabic, South Asian spelling.
Is Fawad a Muslim name?
Yes. Fawad is the South Asian form of the Arabic name Fuad, meaning 'heart', a word that appears in the Quran.
How do you write Fawad in Arabic?
Fawad is written فؤاد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fawad?
Fawad is pronounced fuh-WAHD.
Is Fawad mentioned in the Quran?
The word fuʾād appears in 'Indeed, the hearing, the sight and the heart (al-fuʾād) — all of these will be questioned' (Quran 17:36).