Fatima

Meaning of Fatima

It means 'captivating' or 'she who abstains'. It also suggests a child who has been weaned.

Fatima has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Fatima

Fatima has cooled off, slipping to #330 in 2025, down from a peak of #227 in 2001.

Notable people named Fatima

• Fatima bint Muhammad
  Daughter of Prophet Muhammad, revered figure
• Fatima Sana Shaikh
  Popular Indian actress, Bollywood star
• Fatima Ptacek
  American actress, voice of Dora
• Fatima Robinson
  Award-winning choreographer, music video director
• Fatima Whitbread
  British Olympic medalist, javelin thrower

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Questions about the name Fatima

What does the name Fatima mean?

Fatima means it means 'captivating' or 'she who abstains'. it also suggests a child who has been weaned, and it comes from Arabic origins.

Is Fatima a boy's or a girl's name?

Fatima is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Fatima?

In 2025, Fatima ranked #330 for girls, down from #316 the year before.

When was Fatima most popular?

Fatima peaked at #227 in 2001.