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