Fatime
Fact sheet
- Name
- Fatime
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Fatime is considered one of the many spellings and variations of Fatima, the youngest daughter of the Prophet Mohammed, from whom all his descendants originate. Translated directly into English, the first name means 'the weaner' and 'the abstinent.'
What does the name Fatime mean?
Fatime is considered one of the many spellings and variations of Fatima, the youngest daughter of the Prophet Mohammed, from whom all his descendants originate. Translated directly into English, the first name means 'the weaner' and 'the abstinent.' Its origin lies in Arabic, derived from the Arabic word fatama, which translates to 'to wean,' 'to abstain,' 'to refrain,' 'to live abstinently,' and simply 'to wean.' Furthermore, the name also has Albanian roots and means in that context 'my happiness,' derived from the two Albanian elements fat for 'the happiness' and imë for 'my.' The name has always been one of the most popular girl names in the Arabic and Muslim world. Other variants include Fatimah, Fatimeh, Fatema, Fatemah, Fatemeh, Fatma, Fadma, Fatos, Fatimetu, Fatou, and Fatoumata.
Where does the name Fatime come from?
Etymology Fatime is a female first name of Arabic origin meaning 'the weaner.' Arabic
How do you pronounce Fatime?
Sound & pronunciation of Fatime: The name Fatime is three syllables and softly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as 'Fa-TI-me' [faˈtiːmə], with the stressed middle syllable featuring a long I that adds a bright accent. The open A at the beginning conveys warmth. The ending '-me' sounds soft and unobtrusive. This makes Fatime appear friendly and calm - clear, balanced, and with a flowing sound line.
When is the name day of Fatime?
The name day of Fatime is May 13.
Popularity
Fatime is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,921st on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best ranking was achieved in 1989 at 183rd place. In the last ten years, Fatime has been given as a first name about 160 times, placing it 1,844th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,733rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Fadi / Fafa / Fafo / Fati / Fato / Fatush / Tima / Time
Similar first names
Famous people
- Fatime N'Diaye (Senegalese basketball player)
- Fatime Sokoli (Turkish singer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Fatime
What is the origin of the name Fatime?
Fatime is a female first name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'fatama,' which means 'to wean' or 'to refrain.' The name also has Albanian roots, where it means 'my happiness.'
What does the name Fatime mean?
The meaning of Fatime is 'the weaner' or 'the abstinent.' In the Albanian context, it is also translated as 'my happiness.'
How popular is the name Fatime?
Fatime is among the most popular girl names in the Arabic and Muslim world and has numerous spelling variants, such as Fatimah and Fatma.