Fazal
Fazal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Grace, favour, bounty”.
| Meaning | Grace, favour, bounty |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu / Persian form |
| Arabic spelling | فضل |
| Pronunciation | FUH-zul |
| Arabic root | ف ض ل (f-ḍ-l) — to exceed, to be gracious |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fazal
Fazal is the Urdu pronunciation of the Arabic faḍl, 'grace' or 'bounty' — especially the favour God bestows. The ḍ becomes z in Persian and Urdu, and a helping vowel is added between the last two consonants. It is used alone and in compounds such as Fazal Rahman or Fazal-e-Haq.
Is Fazal a Muslim name?
Yes. Fazal is the South Asian form of the Arabic word fadl, God's grace, a frequent Quranic word.
Is Fazal in the Quran?
The root appears in 'That is the bounty (faḍl) of Allah, which He gives to whom He wills' (Quran 62:4).
Where is the name Fazal used?
Common in Pakistan, India, Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Fazal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fazal mean?
Fazal means 'Grace, favour, bounty'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu / Persian form.
Is Fazal a Muslim name?
Yes. Fazal is the South Asian form of the Arabic word fadl, God's grace, a frequent Quranic word.
How do you write Fazal in Arabic?
Fazal is written فضل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fazal?
Fazal is pronounced FUH-zul.
Is Fazal mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'That is the bounty (faḍl) of Allah, which He gives to whom He wills' (Quran 62:4).