Girl
Fatima
captivating
About Fatima
Choosing this name means embracing rich cultural significance and profound historical resonance that transcends borders and generations. Fatima carries dignified beauty, its three syllables balanced perfectly between approachability and formality. The name has traveled across continents, embraced by diverse communities while maintaining its essential character and strength. It suggests wisdom, compassion, and quiet confidence—qualities parents hope to nurture in their daughters. Fatima works professionally and personally, never feeling out of place in any setting from classrooms to corporate offices. The name's international recognition means your daughter can navigate global spaces comfortably while maintaining connection to heritage and tradition. Its pronunciation remains consistent across languages, minimizing confusion while maximizing memorability. Fatima stands as a name of substance, avoiding trendy fluctuations in favor of enduring relevance and respect.
Popularity of the Name Fatima
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | #862 | ||||
| 1974 | #863 | ||||
| 1975 | #746 | ||||
| 1976 | #867 | ||||
| 1977 | #899 | ||||
| 1978 | #859 | ||||
| 1979 | #766 | ||||
| 1980 | #782 | ||||
| 1981 | #741 | ||||
| 1982 | #708 | ||||
| 1983 | #785 | ||||
| 1984 | #683 | ||||
| 1985 | #759 | ||||
| 1986 | #767 | ||||
| 1987 | #689 | ||||
| 1988 | #659 | ||||
| 1989 | #688 | ||||
| 1990 | #619 | ||||
| 1991 | #668 | #554 | #434 | ||
| 1992 | #629 | #325 | |||
| 1993 | #565 | #468 | #330 | ||
| 1994 | #571 | #340 | |||
| 1995 | #591 | #553 | #314 | ||
| 1996 | #552 | #572 | #270 | ||
| 1997 | #501 | #234 | #527 | #268 | |
| 1998 | #496 | #259 | #537 | #255 | |
| 1999 | #382 | #262 | #564 | #250 | |
| 2000 | #242 | #235 | #312 | #262 | |
| 2001 | #227 | #239 | #285 | #206 | |
| 2002 | #247 | #214 | #388 | #222 | |
| 2003 | #241 | #190 | #458 | #207 | |
| 2004 | #273 | #189 | #431 | #195 | |
| 2005 | #236 | #184 | #381 | #209 | |
| 2006 | #228 | #179 | #480 | #201 | |
| 2007 | #234 | #157 | #243 | #185 | |
| 2008 | #249 | #136 | #351 | #175 | |
| 2009 | #275 | #149 | #307 | #177 | |
| 2010 | #272 | #141 | #384 | #339 | #155 |
| 2011 | #281 | #128 | #379 | #174 | |
| 2012 | #303 | #124 | #302 | #169 | |
| 2013 | #310 | #126 | #278 | #195 | |
| 2014 | #331 | #109 | #327 | #313 | #146 |
| 2015 | #312 | #124 | #353 | #146 | |
| 2016 | #306 | #130 | #310 | #239 | #179 |
| 2017 | #314 | #121 | #305 | #496 | #135 |
| 2018 | #345 | #127 | #215 | #152 | |
| 2019 | #327 | #118 | #397 | #157 | |
| 2020 | #342 | #110 | #329 | #323 | #138 |
| 2021 | #380 | #141 | #377 | #277 | #206 |
| 2022 | #352 | #108 | #246 | #139 | |
| 2023 | #344 | #93 | #223 | #127 | |
| 2024 | #316 | #82 | #283 | #96 | |
| 2025 | #330 | #81 | #412 | #203 | #119 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Fatima
Names Similar to Fatima
Nicknames for Fatima
- Fati
- Tima
- Fay
- Ima
- Timi
Famous People Named Fatima
| Fatima al-Fihri – Founder of the world's oldest existing university, Al-Qarawiyyin, in Morocco | |
| Fatima Jinnah – Pakistani politician and sister of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan | |
| Fatima Whitbread – British Olympic javelin thrower and World Champion | |
| Fatima Siad – Somali-Ethiopian fashion model and contestant on America's Next Top Model | |
| Fatima Moreira de Melo – Dutch field hockey player and Olympic gold medalist | |
| Fatima Bhutto – Pakistani writer and journalist | |
| Fatima Mansions – Irish alternative rock band | |
| Fatima Sana Shaikh – Indian actress known for her roles in Bollywood films | |
| Fatima Handzic – Bosnian chess player and Woman International Master | |
| Fatima Roble – Somali-American social activist and community leader | |
| Fatima Dyczynski – Polish-born Australian student who died in the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 tragedy | |
| Fatima Ali – Pakistani-American chef and contestant on the reality show Top Chef | |
| Fatima bint Muhammad – Daughter of the Islamic prophet Muhammad and wife of Ali, the fourth caliph | |
| Fatima Ahmed Ibrahim – Sudanese women's rights activist and politician | |
| Fatima Bint Mubarak Al Ketbi – Prominent Emirati royal and philanthropist | |
| Fatima Houda-Pepin – Moroccan-born Canadian politician | |
| Fatima Whitely – British wheelchair basketball player and Paralympian | |
| Fatima Massaquoi – Liberian feminist activist and politician | |
| Fatima Sowe – Gambian entrepreneur and founder of T-Fund, a micro-investment platform | |
| Fatima Dangote – Nigerian businesswoman and daughter of Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest person |