Furqan
Furqan is a Muslim boy name meaning “Criterion of right and wrong”.
| Meaning | Criterion of right and wrong |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فرقان |
| Pronunciation | foor-KAHN |
| Arabic root | ف ر ق (f-r-q) — to separate, to distinguish |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Furqan
Furqan (al-Furqān) means 'that which distinguishes', and is one of the names of the Quran; the 25th surah is called al-Furqan. The Quran also uses it for the scripture given to Musa and for the Day of Badr. It is a popular boys' name in Pakistan, India and Indonesia.
Is Furqan a Muslim name?
Yes. Furqan is a Quranic Muslim name, being one of the names of the Quran itself.
Is Furqan in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion (al-furqān) upon His servant' (Quran 25:1).
Where is the name Furqan used?
Common in Pakistan, India and Indonesia; Furkan in Turkey.
Gifts with the name Furqan
- Furqan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Furqan baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Furqan mean?
Furqan means 'Criterion of right and wrong'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Furqan a Muslim name?
Yes. Furqan is a Quranic Muslim name, being one of the names of the Quran itself.
How do you write Furqan in Arabic?
Furqan is written فرقان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Furqan?
Furqan is pronounced foor-KAHN.
Is Furqan mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion (al-furqān) upon His servant' (Quran 25:1).