Faiz
An Arabic name meaning "victor", "triumphant" or "successful".
Name Census estimates that about 540 living Americans carry the first name Faiz. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Faiz today is around 19 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Faiz births was 2004 (28 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Faiz. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
540
~ 1 in 634,730 Americans
Peak year
2004
28 babies that year
Average age
19
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,946
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Faiz: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Faiz from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 196 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Faiz remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Faiz by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Faiz during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Faiz' live
The SSA's state-level files cover 4 states and territories. Texas, California, Illinois recorded the most babies named Faiz, while New York, Illinois, California recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 13 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Faiz
The name Faiz is of Arabic origin and derives from the word "fayiz," which means "winner," "victorious," or "one who triumphs." This name has been used in various parts of the Middle East and South Asia for centuries.
The earliest recorded use of the name Faiz can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the Islamic Golden Age. It is mentioned in several classical Arabic texts, including works of literature and poetry. One notable example is the poetry of the renowned 12th-century Persian poet, Faiz ud-Din Attar, whose name incorporates the word "faiz."
Throughout history, several prominent figures have borne the name Faiz. One of the earliest was Faiz ibn Muhammad al-Hashimi, a 9th-century Islamic scholar and historian from present-day Iraq. He is best known for his work "Kitab al-Buldan" (Book of Countries), which provided valuable insights into the geography and culture of the Islamic world during that time.
Another notable figure was Faiz Ahmad Faiz, a renowned Pakistani poet, and writer who lived from 1911 to 1984. He is considered one of the most celebrated poets in the Urdu language and played a significant role in the Pakistani independence movement. His poetic works, which often addressed themes of freedom, love, and social justice, continue to be widely read and studied.
In the realm of music, Faiz Ali Faiz was a celebrated Indian Qawwali singer who lived from 1881 to 1947. He was known for his powerful and soulful renditions of devotional Sufi music, and his performances captivated audiences across South Asia.
Faiz Ahmed Faiz, a Pakistani revolutionary and communist leader, was also a prominent figure who lived from 1910 to 1984. He was actively involved in the struggle for independence from British rule and later became a key figure in the left-wing political movement in Pakistan.
Finally, Faiz Mohammad Khan was a renowned Pakistani cricketer who played for the national team from 1988 to 2002. He was a talented all-rounder and is remembered for his outstanding performances, particularly in Test cricket, where he excelled with both bat and ball.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Faiz throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence and significance across various fields and cultures.
People
Faiz + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Faiz as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Faiz: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Faiz?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 540 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Faiz going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 634,730 US residents.
Is Faiz a common name?
We classify Faiz as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 548 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Faiz most popular?
The single biggest year for Faiz was 2004, when 28 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Faiz is about 19 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Faiz a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Faiz in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.