FAH-tee-mah
/ˈfɑːtɪmə/4.8(892)
What Does Fatima Mean?
Fatima means "One who abstains, one who weans".
Different Meanings of Fatima (2)
- 1One who abstains
- 2One who weans
Fatima means "one who abstains" or "one who weans (a child from milk)." It is one of the most beloved names in Islam, borne by the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad.
Etymology and Historical Origins
From Arabic فَاطِمَة (Fāṭima) from the root f-ṭ-m meaning "to wean" or "to abstain." The name carries connotations of purity and abstinence from worldly desires.
How to Pronounce Fatima
FAH-tee-mah
Syllables: Fa-ti-ma
IPA: /ˈfɑːtɪmə/
Fatima Name Origin
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Fatima in Other Scripts
Arabic
فاطمة
Urdu
فاطمہ
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What does Fatima mean?
Fatima means "one who abstains" or "one who weans" in Arabic. It signifies purity and is one of the most sacred names in Islam.
Why is Fatima important in Islam?
Fatima was the beloved daughter of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), making this name highly revered in Islamic tradition.
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