Fathima
Meaning of Fathima
Fathima is a beautiful and timeless name for baby girls. It has its origins in both the Malayalam and Arabic languages. In Malayalam, Fathima is pronounced as "fa-thi-ma" (/fa-θi-ma/), while in Arabic it is pronounced as "fah-TEE-mah" (/fɑˈtiːmə/). The name is also commonly spelled as Fatima.
Fathima holds significant cultural and religious associations. In Islamic tradition, Fatima was the name of the daughter of Prophet Muhammad and his wife Khadijah. Fatima is highly revered by Muslims around the world and is considered a symbol of purity, strength, and faithfulness.
In terms of popularity, Fathima has been steadily rising in the United States over the past few decades. Although it may not be among the most common names, it has consistently ranked within the top 20,000 names for newborn girls. In recent years, Fathima has gained more popularity with an increasing number of parents choosing this name for their daughters.
If you are looking for a name that combines cultural richness with elegance, Fathima may be a perfect choice for your little one.
Pronunciation
Malayalam
- Pronunced as fa-thi-ma (/fa-θi-ma/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as fah-TEE-mah (/fɑˈtiːmə/)
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Notable People Named Fathima
| M. Fathima Beevi was the first female judge in the Supreme Court of India and the first Muslim woman appointed to any higher judiciary in the country. |
