UK girl's name
Fayza
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "winner" or "victorious".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Fayza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Fayza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5691, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 5 births.
This profile covers 15 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1997 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 15 living people in the UK are called Fayza. 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 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Fayza ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 5 girls were registered as Fayza.
- • About 15 living people in the UK are estimated to have Fayza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5691
2014
Births in 2014
3
Latest year
Peak year
1997
5 births
Estimated living
15
2026
Meaning
What does Fayza mean?
The name Fayza is of Arabic origin, derived from the word "fayiz," which means "successful" or "victorious." It is a feminine name that has been in use for centuries among Arabic-speaking communities.
The earliest recorded use of the name Fayza dates back to the medieval period, when it was found in various historical texts and documents from the Middle East. Some scholars believe that the name may have been inspired by the Quranic verse that encourages believers to strive for success and victory in their endeavors.
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Fayza was Fayza bint Muhammad al-Qurashi, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century CE. She was celebrated for her knowledge of Arabic literature and her contributions to the preservation of Islamic heritage.
Another notable figure in history was Fayza al-Mawsili, a renowned singer and musician who lived in Baghdad during the Abbasid Caliphate in the 9th century CE. She was renowned for her exceptional vocal talents and her mastery of various musical instruments.
In the 12th century, Fayza al-Hamdaniya was a prominent female poet and writer from Aleppo, Syria. Her works explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and she was highly regarded for her eloquence and literary skills.
During the Ottoman Empire, Fayza Hanım was a renowned calligrapher and painter who lived in the 16th century. She was admired for her exquisite calligraphic works and her contributions to the arts during the golden age of Ottoman culture.
In more recent history, Fayza Ahmed was an Egyptian feminist and activist who played a significant role in advocating for women's rights and social reforms in the early 20th century. She is remembered for her tireless efforts in promoting education and empowerment for women in Egypt.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals who have borne the name Fayza throughout history, reflecting its enduring presence and significance across various cultures and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Fayza over time
The chart below shows babies named Fayza registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Fayza, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2014, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Fayza by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Fayza 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5691 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4218 | 7 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2738 | 5 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Fayza
- Freya 50,564
- Florence 32,908
- Francesca 18,752
- Faith 14,325
- Fatima 11,112
- Faye 8,999
- Felicity 8,554
- Frankie 6,977
- Ffion 6,115
- Flora 3,499
- Frances 3,417
- Fatimah 3,065
FAQ
Fayza: questions and answers
How popular is the name Fayza in the UK right now?
In 2014, Fayza was ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Fayza most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 5 babies registered as Fayza in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Fayza?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "winner" or "victorious".
How many people are called Fayza in the UK?
A total of 15 babies have been registered as Fayza across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
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.