Fiqri

Fiqri is a masculine given name used in several Muslim-majority regions, particularly among Turkish-speaking communities and in diaspora populations influenced by Arabic, Persian, and Turkic linguistic traditions. The form is a transliteration variant of the name Fikri, which derives from the Arabic root fikr, meaning thought or idea. With the common suffix -i in many languages, Fikri and its variant Fiqri are interpreted as "of thought" or "intellectual."

Geographic and cultural usage: In Turkey and among Turkish-speaking communities, Fiqri is encountered as a male given name. The spelling with q, as Fiqri, reflects transliteration choices found in Persian, Urdu, and some Central Asian contexts where the letter qaf is used for the sound q. The name has appeared in literature, film, and everyday life across these regions, used for both real individuals and fictional characters.

Variants and related forms: Related names include Fikri, Fikrī, and Fikry, which share the same root and meaning. The exact spelling often reflects linguistic conventions of the speaker's community or country.

Etymology and meaning: Rooted in fikir (thought) or fikr, the name conveys associations with intellect, reflection, and insight. As with many given names in the region, its reception emphasizes the value placed on knowledge and contemplation.