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Faiqa

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Meaning

Superior, excellent

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic فائقة
Urdu فائقہ
Persian فایقه
Turkish Faika
Bengali ফাইকা
Pashto فايقه

Alternate Spellings

Capturing elegance and depth, Faiqa stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Superior, excellent', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Faiqa has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Faiqa is the feminine form built on the same Arabic root f-w-q as Faiq, meaning "superior."

Reference Profile

Etymology

The feminine form of Faiq, from the Arabic root ف-و-ق (f-w-q, 'to surpass'). Faiqa means 'superior, excellent.'

Hadith / Historical Connection

Choosing a name well is treated in the sunna as a duty owed to the child. Abu Dawud records the Prophet saying that on the Day of Resurrection you will be called by your names and by your fathers' names, so give yourselves good names. Names carrying a quality are chosen in that spirit.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.