Faatima-Zahra
Arabic · Girl · 5 syllables
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About the name Faatima-Zahra
Faatima-Zahra combines two Arabic names: Fatima, derived from the root meaning "to abstain" or "the one who abstains," and Zahra, meaning "the blooming flower" or "the shining one." The name is primarily used in Islamic cultures and refers to Fatima al-Zahra, the daughter of Prophet Muhammad, who holds a central place in Islamic tradition as a revered figure known for her piety, and the name has been borne by Muslim women across Arab, Persian, and other Islamic societies for centuries.
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Etymology
Faatima-Zahra combines two Arabic names: Fatima, derived from the root meaning "to abstain" or "the one who abstains," and Zahra, meaning "the blooming flower" or "the shining one." The name is primarily used in Islamic cultures and refers to Fatima al-Zahra, the daughter of Prophet Muhammad, who holds a central place in Islamic tradition as a revered figure known for her piety, and the name has been borne by Muslim women across Arab, Persian, and other Islamic societies for centuries.
Faatima-Zahra currently ranks #5,556 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2009.
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