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UK girl's name

Faiza

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "successful" or "prosperous".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Faiza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Faiza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1065, with 32 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 74 births.

This profile covers 1,260 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 1,260 living people in the UK are called Faiza. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Faiza ranked #1065 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 32 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2004, when 74 girls were registered as Faiza.
  • Faiza ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #527 in 2001.
  • About 1,260 living people in the UK are estimated to have Faiza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#1065

2024

Births in 2024

32

Latest year

Peak year

2004

74 births

Estimated living

1,260

2026

Meaning

What does Faiza mean?

The name Faiza has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, with a rich history dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Arabic word "faa'iz," which means "winner" or "successful." This name is believed to have originated around the 7th century, during the rise of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula.

In the early days of Islam, the name Faiza was often given to children as a symbol of hope and blessing, reflecting the desire for them to lead a successful and prosperous life. It was a popular choice among Arab families, particularly in regions where Arabic was the predominant language, such as the Middle East and North Africa.

One of the earliest known references to the name Faiza can be found in ancient Arabic literature and poetry. Several notable poets and writers from the medieval period, such as Abu Nuwas (756-814 CE) and Al-Mutanabbi (915-965 CE), mentioned the name in their works, often using it as a metaphor for triumph and achievement.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who carried the name Faiza. One of the earliest recorded examples is Faiza bint Muhammad al-Qurashi (born in the 7th century CE), who was a renowned scholar and hadith narrator from the early days of Islam. She was highly respected for her knowledge and contributions to the preservation of Islamic traditions.

Another prominent figure with the name Faiza was Faiza al-Andalusiyya (1035-1107 CE), a celebrated Andalusian poet and writer from the Golden Age of Muslim civilization in Spain. Her poetry was widely acclaimed for its eloquence and depth, and she was considered a pioneer in the literary tradition of her time.

In the modern era, Faiza Ahmed Faiz (1911-1984) was a renowned Pakistani poet and intellectual, whose work played a significant role in the literary and political movements of the 20th century. Her poetry often explored themes of love, freedom, and social justice, earning her widespread recognition and acclaim.

Faiza Fuad (1924-2013) was an Egyptian actress and singer who gained immense popularity during the golden age of Egyptian cinema. She was known for her captivating performances and her contributions to the preservation of traditional Arabic music and culture.

Faiza Ambah (born 1956) is a Malaysian journalist and author, renowned for her work as a foreign correspondent covering conflicts and political developments in various regions around the world. She has been widely recognized for her insightful reporting and advocacy for human rights.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Faiza over time

The chart below shows babies named Faiza registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Faiza, the clearest high point is 2004. The latest England and Wales figure is 32 births in 2024, compared with 74 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Faiza
019375674199620102024

Decades

Faiza by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Faiza was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #1497 112 5
2010s #1053 361 10
2000s #536 632 10
1990s #654 155 4

Geography

Where Faiza is most common

The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Faiza. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.

Faiza ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #527 in 2001.

Scotland
4

Across the UK

Faiza in Scotland and Northern Ireland

Scotland (NRS)

#527 in 2001

2 years of NRS records, 7 total registered

Notable bearers

Famous people named Faiza

  • Faiza Shaheen

    economist; activist; writer

    British economist and activist

    1983-

  • Faiza Seth

    real estate entrepreneur; philanthropist; interior designer

    Indian-American businesswoman

    1977-

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FAQ

Faiza: questions and answers

How popular is the name Faiza in the UK right now?

In 2024, Faiza was ranked #1065 for girls in England and Wales, with 32 births registered.

When was Faiza most popular?

The peak year on record was 2004, with 74 babies registered as Faiza in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Faiza?

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "successful" or "prosperous".

How many people are called Faiza in the UK?

A total of 1,260 babies have been registered as Faiza across the 29 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 7 more in Scotland.

Where is Faiza most common?

In the latest published local rankings, Faiza ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #527 in 2001. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.