Declining since 2009.
Popularity of Faysal since 1993
Babies named Faysal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 26 |
| 2000s | 101 |
| 2010s | 61 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Faysal entered the U.S. naming pool in 1993, reflecting broader patterns of Arabic name adoption among diaspora families. It reached its highest recorded usage in 2009, but has since fallen in frequency, with a trajectory that indicates declining preference. Despite its modest numbers, the name carries significant cultural weight through its association with historical figures in the Arab world. The name's meaning, 'arbiter' or 'decisive leader,' aligns with the Arabic root f-s-l, which conveys separation and judgment. While not among the top thousand names nationally, Faysal remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with strong cultural and linguistic roots.
Faysal (also spelled Faisal, Feisal) comes from the Arabic root ف-ص-ل (f-s-l), denoting separation or decision. Historically, it gained prominence through several medieval and modern rulers, most notably King Faisal I of Iraq and King Faisal of Saudi Arabia. In Arabic-speaking cultures, the name carries connotations of wisdom and authoritative judgment.
“Faysal” around the world
Where Faysal lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Faisal, Feisal
Sibling names for Faysal
Names that share Faysal's style, for a brother or sister.
