Faquhar

Faquhar is a traditional Scottish Gaelic name. It is derived from the Old Gaelic elements 'fáel' (meaning 'wolf') or 'fear' (meaning 'man') and 'car' (meaning 'dear' or 'love'). Over time, the 'fáel' element became less common, and the 'fear' (man) interpretation became dominant, leading to the meaning 'dear man'. The name has a long history in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands, and is associated with several prominent clans.

The spelling of Faquhar has varied significantly throughout history due to the phonetic nature of Gaelic and the anglicization of names. It is closely related to the more common surname Farquhar, which also originated as a given name. While historically a male name, its rarity today might lead to it being perceived as unisex by some, though its roots are firmly masculine.