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Faisal

Faisal is a masculine name of Arabic origin that is sure to inspire baby to strive for the head chair. A variant spelling of Faysal, this name translates to “resolute” or “judge,” two important traits for baby to learn before they grow up to be a leader or boss. Faisal is also a royal name in Saudia Arabia, and was held by multiple kings in the Arabian Peninsula. Translating to “sword,” this name has connotations in many cultures as a symbol of justice. If you imagine baby to have strong CEO vibes, the name Faisal is sure to remind them of their potential.
Arabic Male
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Meaning

Resolute, sword, judge

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Pronunciation

FYE-suhl

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Traits

  • Resolute
  • Courageous
  • Intelligent
  • Confident

Compatibility

Faisal pairs well with both traditional and modern sibling names, providing a strong and distinguished presence. It also works beautifully as a middle name, adding depth and significance to the full name. Culturally, Faisal complements Arabic or Islamic names, but also stands out in a diverse range of naming styles.

Resolute Courageous Intelligent Confident

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Leader

Born: April 14, 1906 · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Portrait of Faisal Qureshi

Faisal Qureshi

Actor

Born: October 26, 1973 · Lahore, Pakistan

Portrait of Faisal I of Iraq

Faisal I of Iraq

Leader

Born: May 20, 1883 · Istanbul, Ottoman Empire (now Turkey)

Portrait of Faisal Shahzad

Faisal Shahzad

Terrorist (attempted)

Born: June 30, 1979 · Karachi, Pakistan

Portrait of Faisal Edhi

Faisal Edhi

Philanthropist

Born: October 28, 1974 · Karachi, Pakistan

Portrait of Faisal Devji

Faisal Devji

Writer

Born: June 28, 1963 · Nairobi, Kenya

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Faisal Original form
  • فيصل Arabic
  • ফয়সাল Bengali
  • फैसल Devanagari
  • فیصل Persian
  • فيصل Urdu
  • ഫൈസൽ Malayalam
  • فيصل Pashto
  • ფაისალი Georgian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Faisal

What does Faisal mean?
Resolute, sword, judge
What is the origin of Faisal?
Faisal has Arabic origins.
Is Faisal popular?
Faisal has been viewed 81 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Faisal?
Similar names include Steven, Lana, Selah, Nadia, Kyla.
How do you pronounce Faisal?
Faisal is pronounced FYE-suhl.

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