Faizan Zaki Age, Wiki and Bio

Faizan Zaki

Quick Info

ProfessionStudent
NationalityAmerican
Date of BirthXX/XX/2012
AgeUnknown
BirthplaceAllen, Texas, USA

Bio/Wiki

Known AsThe winner of the 97th Scripps National Spelling Bee (2025)

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 3" (161 cm)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Current EducationPursuing 7th grade (as of 2025)
SchoolC M Rice Middle School, Plano, Texas

Personal Life

ReligionIslam
EthnicityIndian-American
Hobbies
  • Playing Video Games
  • Speedcubing
  • Playing the Viola

Relationships & More

Marital StatusUnmarried

Family

FatherZaki Anwar
MotherArshia Quadri
SiblingsZara Jabeen (twin)

Career

Achievements
  • Participated in the Scripps National Spelling Bee multiple times, starting in 2019
  • Became the youngest contestant in 2019, finishing tied for 370th place
  • In 2023, finished tied for 21st place in the competition
  • Secured 2nd place in the 2024 Scripps National Spelling Bee, becoming the first Muslim boy to earn that spot in 96 years
  • Won the 2024 Dallas Regional Spelling Bee
  • Won the 97th Scripps National Spelling Bee in 2025 by spelling the word ‘éclaircissement’

Favourites

WordD'entrecasteaux Islands
SubjectMathematics
GameThe Battle Cats

Some Lesser Known Facts

Faizan began reading at the age of 2, enjoying learning as a playful activity alongside his parents.
By the age of 3, he had memorised all the countries in the world and their capitals.
He started competing in spelling bee competitions at school and district levels, achieving notable success.
Faizan is recognized as only the fifth contestant to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee after being a runner-up previously.