Fatima

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Meaning

One who weans; Daughter of the Prophet

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

Arabic فاطمة
Urdu فاطمہ
Persian فاطمه
Bengali ফাতেমা
Pashto فاطمه

Alternate Spellings

Graceful and timeless, the name Fatima is a beautiful choice for a baby girl. The name holds the profound meaning of 'One who weans; Daughter of the Prophet', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Fatima has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Fatima comes from the Arabic root f-t-m, meaning “to wean.” Literally, it describes “one who weans (a child).” Islamic tradition also gives it a spiritual reading, describing her as “Fatima az-Zahra,” one kept away from the Hellfire and from worldly corruption, reflecting the purity associated with the Prophet's daughter.