Faruk
boy nameFaruk entered the US charts in 1990, peaked at #8117 in 1990, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1990–2025
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rank today
#8117
peak (1990)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8117 |
| 2000s | #10155 |
| 2010s | #10107 |
| 2020s | #10799 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Faruk are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Faruk is a kid of about 11 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Faruk in 2025?
- Faruk is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Faruk most popular?
- Faruk peaked in 1990, reaching #8117 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Faruk with classmates?
- Faruk will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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