Find out how popular the last name Faruk is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Faruk.

Faruk, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Faruk surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Faruk in America

Faruk is the 108199th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Faruk surname appeared 164 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Faruk.

The history of the last name Faruk

The surname Faruk has its origins in the Middle East and is derived from the Arabic name "Faruq," which means "the one who distinguishes between truth and falsehood." The name is believed to have originated in the 7th century during the rise of Islam.

Faruk was initially a title bestowed upon Omar ibn Al-Khattab, the second caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, who ruled from 634 to 644 AD. He was given the honorific title "Al-Faruq" for his wisdom, courage, and ability to discern the truth from falsehood.

The earliest known usage of the surname Faruk can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire, where it was adopted by families and individuals associated with the ruling class or those who held positions of authority and influence within the empire.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the surname Faruk is found in the chronicles of the Ottoman Empire, dating back to the 16th century. The name appears in several official documents and manuscripts, often referring to high-ranking officials or military commanders.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the surname Faruk. One of the most prominent was King Farouk I, the last King of Egypt and Sudan, who ruled from 1936 to 1952. He was born in 1920 and is remembered for his lavish lifestyle and controversial reign.

Another notable figure was Faruk Umar, a Nigerian diplomat and politician who served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the 1960s. He played a significant role in shaping Nigeria's foreign policy during the post-independence era.

In the field of literature, Faruk Nafiz Çamlıbel was a renowned Turkish poet and writer who lived from 1898 to 1973. He is celebrated for his contributions to modern Turkish literature and his efforts in preserving and promoting the Turkish language and culture.

Faruk Nart, a Turkish wrestler, made his mark in the world of sports. Born in 1983, he won multiple Olympic and World Championship medals, cementing his place as one of Turkey's most successful athletes.

The surname Faruk can also be found in various regions across the Middle East, including Syria, Lebanon, and Iran, where it has been adopted by families and individuals over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Faruk

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Faruk.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Faruk was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Faruk was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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