Fatimah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfah-TEE-mah / fɑːˈtiːməArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: daughter of the Prophet Muhammad; Swahili: one who is abstinent
Historical & Cultural Background
Fatimah is a significant name in Islamic culture, primarily associated with Fatimah bint Muhammad, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. She is revered for her piety and strength, often considered a role model for Muslim women. The name has also gained popularity in various cultures influenced by Islam, including Swahili-speaking regions.
Trend Summary
Fatimah has seen a steady presence in various cultures, particularly within Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fatima
- Fathima
International Variants
- Fatima (Spanish)
- Fátima (Portuguese)
- Fathima (Malayalam)
Famous people named Fatimah
Fatimah bint Muhammad was the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and is a central figure in Islamic history.
Fictional characters named Fatimah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fatimah was first seen in the United States in 1959. Fatimah has ranked as high as #1227 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Fatimah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fatimah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 11 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 28 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 39 |
| 1978 | 51 |
| 1979 | 50 |
| 1980 | 58 |
| 1981 | 67 |
| 1982 | 74 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 49 |
| 1985 | 39 |
| 1986 | 50 |
| 1987 | 56 |
| 1988 | 49 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 68 |
| 1993 | 73 |
| 1994 | 51 |
| 1995 | 48 |
| 1996 | 47 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 62 |
| 1999 | 62 |
| 2000 | 70 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 58 |
| 2003 | 76 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 72 |
| 2008 | 86 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2010 | 78 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2012 | 99 |
| 2013 | 93 |
| 2014 | 105 |
| 2015 | 107 |
| 2016 | 116 |
| 2017 | 115 |
| 2018 | 111 |
| 2019 | 109 |
| 2020 | 129 |
| 2021 | 98 |
| 2022 | 120 |
| 2023 | 102 |
| 2024 | 80 |