Furqan

Furqan (Arabic: الفرقان) literally denotes 'criterion' — the faculty or standard by which truth is separated from falsehood. The term is used in the Qur'an and is the title of Surah 25 (Al-Furqān). As a given name it is historically attested in Islamic scholarly and devotional literature, and while it is recognisable it remains uncommon compared with many prophet-derived names. Parents choose Furqan to reflect a hope for discernment, moral clarity, and firm guidance. Related Quranic names and figures often paired in discussions of guidance and revelation include [[Luqman]], [[Isa]], and [[Yusuf]]. The name's Arabic root f-r-q relates to separation and distinction; in classical exegesis 'al-Furqān' is understood as the divine standard revealed to distinguish right from wrong. Furqan is principally used for boys and retains explicitly Qur'anic resonance without belonging to the Prophetic or Companion anthroponymy, making it suitable for families seeking a rare, textually grounded name.