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FaisalIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Triumphant, Victorious, Successful

Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪsəl/

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Name
Faisal
Meaning
Triumphant, Victorious, Successful
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈfaɪsəl/
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Faisal mean?

Faisal is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Triumphant". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈfaɪsəl/. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

فیسال

اسم کا اصل ہے فصیل سے جس کا معنی ہے کہ جتنا وہ اپنے وقت میں کرسکتا ہے وہ کرتا ہے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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فaisal

أصل النام من فَصَل أَصل فصّل، وَهُوَ جَزع وَإِحراز، وَإِباء وَتَقبيع

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈfaɪsəl/

IPA

/ˈfaɪsəl/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Faisal is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Triumphant. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A born leader, Faisal is a natural problem solver and will often take charge of situations to ensure the best outcome for all involved.

Personality

Personality Traits

ConfidentAmbitiousDeterminedBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousD = Determined

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Faisal is one of the 99 names of Allah, signifying His triumph and victory over all creation.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Faisal is a name that has been associated with greatness in Islamic history. Many prominent figures in Islamic history have carried the name Faisal, including the medieval Islamic ruler Saladin, who is known for his military victories and successful reclaiming of Jerusalem from the Crusaders. The name carries a sense of pride and achievement, highlighting the Islamic values of leadership, courage, and victory.
For Muslims, the name Faisal holds spiritual significance as it represents the qualities of a righteous and just leader. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) used the term "Faisal" to refer to the Angel of Death, who comes to every individual when it is their time to leave this world. In Sufism, the spiritual path of Islam, the name Faisal is used to describe the state of being devoted completely to Allah, and living in accordance with His laws and commands. The name inspires Muslims to strive towards a life of goodness, justice, and victory in both this world and the next.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Caliph Faisal I (609-663 AD) was the third Umayyad Caliph of the Umayyad Caliphate. The name Faisal carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Faisal ShahzadFaisal IbrahimFaisal Rashid

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Faisal

The name Faisal is derived from the Arabic root F-S-L, which means to decide or to make a choice, to be discerning or to have good judgment

🇵🇰Urdu

فیسال

اسم کا اصل ہے فصیل سے جس کا معنی ہے کہ جتنا وہ اپنے وقت میں کرسکتا ہے وہ کرتا ہے

🇸🇦Arabic

فaisal

أصل النام من فَصَل أَصل فصّل، وَهُوَ جَزع وَإِحراز، وَإِباء وَتَقبيع

🇮🇳Hindi

फ़ैसल

नाम का मूल फ़साल से है जिसका अर्थ है कि वो जितना कर सकता है वो करता है

🇦🇫Pashto

فيصل

ږړی نوم دی چی څرګنده کوي چې وړتيا له څه چې کړي دي

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