Fatima
Arabic · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Fatima
The given name 'Fatima' means 'abundance' or 'multiplication' and is derived from the Arabic word 'fatimah,' which is a diminutive form of 'fat', meaning 'abundance' or 'multiplication'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Fatima' means 'abundance' or 'multiplication' and is derived from the Arabic word 'fatimah,' which is a diminutive form of 'fat', meaning 'abundance' or 'multiplication'. The name 'Fatima' is commonly used in Islamic cultures and is the name of the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, considered a highly revered figure in Islam.
Fatima currently ranks #330 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2006.
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