Fariq Name Meaning

The name Fariq is of Arabic origin and it has a few different meanings. In Arabic, Fariq means "lieutenant" or "deputy." It is commonly used in military contexts to refer to a high-ranking officer or a person who holds a position of authority.

Although not very common, there are a few notable individuals with the name Fariq. Fariq Abdul Hamid was a Malaysian aviation officer who served as the First Officer on Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, which went missing in 2014. Another well-known figure is Fariq Shaya, a Lebanese actor and director who has appeared in several television series and movies.