FAKIR
Fakir
The surname Fakir has its origins in India and predominantly belongs to the Islamic community. The term "Fakir" is derived from the Arabic word "faqir," which means a Muslim ascetic or religious mendicant who lives solely on alms. The surname may have been adopted by families associated with religious practices or with a history of asceticism.
In Britain, the surname Fakir is relatively rare but can be found among families with ancestral ties to South Asia or the Middle East. The name may have been introduced to the UK through migration and settlement, indicating a multicultural heritage.
Individuals bearing the surname Fakir may have diverse backgrounds and histories, reflecting the global nature of familial lineages in the contemporary world. The name Fakir serves as a marker of cultural heritage and may carry significant meaning for those who bear it, reminding them of their roots and ancestral connections.
There are approximately 179 people named Fakir in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Fakir.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Brian
- Faizan
- Fouad
- Md
- Mohammed
- Paul
- Salim
- Sarfraz
- Selim
- Zubair
Female
- Amrina
- Caroline
- Nisha
- Sabrina
- Saira
- Salema
- Shabana
- Shahida
- Shahina
- Shelina