Fatima: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Fatima · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Fatima: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«One who weans»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Popularity
69 out of 100
Where Fatima is popular
- RussiaPopular
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About the Name Fatima
Fatima draws on Arabic tradition and is generally taken to mean "One who weans." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Fatima and carries 3 syllables. Fatima is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Фатима.
Today Fatima is a steadily chosen option, scoring 69 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as .
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Fatima mean?+
The name Fatima means "One who weans".
What is the origin of the name Fatima?+
Fatima is a name of Arabic origin.
Is Fatima a girl or boy name?+
Fatima is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Fatima?+
Fatima is pronounced Fatima (3 syllables).
Is Fatima a popular name?+
Fatima is a steadily chosen option, scoring 69 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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