Farooq
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Farooq first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 106 babies have been named Farooq in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Farooq is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #26,516 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #26,516
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Farooq
Farooq is a boy name .
Farooq is currently ranked #26,516 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Farooq include Far, Faro, Faroy, Faroie, Fay, Faie, and Farkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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