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Faizaan

Boy name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Faizaan: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2005.

The name Faizaan has Arabic roots, derived from "fā'iz" meaning "successful" or "victorious," and is often associated with the related word "faiz" (abundance or favour). A notable bearer is Faizaan Shaikh, a Scottish cricketer who played for the national team in the 2010s, reflecting the name’s presence in modern sport. While no major place is directly named after a Faizaan, the etymological cousin "Faizabad" (a city in India) shares the same root meaning. The name is popular in South Asian and Muslim communities and has gained visibility in Scotland, where it is sometimes variant-spelled "Faizan." Its meaning of triumph makes it an aspirational choice, connecting expectant parents to a rich cultural heritage beyond the British Isles.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20054 babies
Latest (2005)
#4464 babies
Total births
4since 2005
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2005 · 4
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).