Faduma Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfah-DOO-mah / fæˈduː.məSomali; Arabic
Meaning
Somali: 'the one who is born' or 'the one who is raised'; Arabic: 'the one who is nurtured'
Historical & Cultural Background
Faduma is a name commonly used in Somali culture, often associated with positive attributes of nurturing and care. It reflects the importance of family and community in Somali society. The name also has Arabic roots, which is significant in regions where Arabic influence is prevalent. In both cultures, names often carry deep meanings related to personal qualities or familial ties.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fadumo
- Fadma
International Variants
- Faduma (Somali)
- Fadumo (Somali)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Faduma was first seen in the United States in 1998. Faduma has ranked as high as #1406 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Faduma has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Faduma (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |