Fouad

Fouad is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. It is derived from fuʿād, meaning “heart,” and is widely used across the Arab world and in Muslim communities. The name may also appear as a surname in some cases.

Etymology and meaning: The root fuʿād designates the heart and, by extension, qualities such as courage, resolve, and compassion. The name has several transliterations in Latin script, including Fuad, Fouad, Foad, and Foad; Turkish usage often appears as Fuad, while Persian-influenced spellings include Foad.

Usage and distribution: Fouad remains common in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan, as well as among diaspora communities in Europe and the Americas. It is traditionally masculine and is not typically used for females.

Notable people: Fouad Ajami (1952–2014) was a Lebanese-born American political scientist known for his work on the Middle East. Fouad Siniora (born 1943) is a Lebanese politician who served as prime minister from 2005 to 2009. Fouad El-Mohandes (1922–2006) was an Egyptian actor and comedian prominent in Egyptian theatre and cinema.

See also: Variants of the name include Fuad and Foad, which may be found in different linguistic and regional contexts.