"triumph, winning"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Arabic
Fawaz
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An Arabic name carrying victory and divine success
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The Story of Fawaz
Fawaz is an Arabic masculine name derived from the root F-W-Z (فوز), meaning 'to succeed' or 'to be victorious.' This root gives rise to words meaning triumph and achievement throughout the Arabic language. The name carries a sense of destiny and divine favor, expressing a parent's prayer that their son will achieve success in both worldly endeavors and spiritual life.
Fawaz is widely used across the Arab world, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Lebanon, and in West African Muslim communities such as in Nigeria and Senegal. Its usage reflects Islamic naming traditions that emphasize positive attributes and divine blessings in the hope that the child will embody the qualities their name describes.
In Islamic naming tradition, names that convey success (fawz) and victory are highly valued, reflecting both worldly achievement and spiritual triumph. Fawaz has spread with Muslim diaspora communities globally, maintaining its cultural resonance across multiple continents.
Historical Record
Fawaz first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 326 babies have been named Fawaz in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Fawaz is past its peak , currently ranked #6,262 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Arabic root fawz (فوز) appears in the Quran with the meaning of ultimate success or salvation in the afterlife
- Fawaz is among the most common male names in Gulf Arab countries and has spread throughout Muslim West Africa
Fawaz in Other Languages
Urdu
فواز
Arabic
فواز
French
Fawaz
Spanish
Fawaz
Turkish
Favaz
Popularity Over Time
#6,262
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2001
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Fawaz
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Fawaz Al-Hasawi
Business
1970
Saudi Arabian businessman and former chairman of Nottingham Forest Football Club
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Fawaz Gruosi
Business
1956
Lebanese-Swiss entrepreneur and founder of luxury jewelry brand de Grisogono
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #6,262
- Total SSA Count
- 14
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic Middle Eastern West African Nigerian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Faz
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fawaz
What does the name Fawaz mean?
"triumph, winning" (from Arabic). Fawaz is an Arabic masculine name derived from the root F-W-Z (فوز), meaning 'to succeed' or 'to be victorious.' This root gives rise to words meaning triumph and achievement throughout the Arabic language. The name carries a sense of destiny and divine favor, expressing a parent's prayer that their son will achieve success in both worldly endeavors and spiritual life.
What is the origin of the name Fawaz?
Fawaz has Arabic, Islamic, Middle Eastern, West African, and Nigerian origins. In Arabic, it means "triumph, winning".
Is Fawaz a boy or girl name?
Fawaz is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Fawaz?
Fawaz is currently ranked #6262 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Fawaz?
Common nicknames for Fawaz include Faz.
What are good middle names for Fawaz?
Popular middle name pairings include Fawaz Ali, Fawaz Hassan, Fawaz Mohammed, Fawaz Ibrahim, Fawaz Tariq, Fawaz Kareem, and Fawaz Nader.
What are good sibling names for Fawaz?
Names that pair well with Fawaz as siblings include Zaid, Khalid, Layla, Nadia, Tariq, Amira, and Hassan.
How many syllables does Fawaz have?
Fawaz has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Fawaz a common or rare name?
Fawaz is an uncommon name, ranked #6262 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Fawaz
Fawaz is a boy name with Arabic, Islamic, Middle Eastern, West African, and Nigerian origins . The name means "triumph, winning" in Arabic .
Fawaz is currently ranked #6,262 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Fawaz has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Fawaz include Faz. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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