Fadimatu
Fadimatu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Form of Fāṭima”.
| Meaning | Form of Fāṭima |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa / Fulani form of Arabic Fāṭima |
| Arabic spelling | فاطمة |
| Pronunciation | fah-dee-MAH-too |
| Arabic root | ف ط م (f-ṭ-m) — to wean |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fadimatu
Fadimatu is a Hausa and Fulani form of Fāṭima, with the emphatic ṭ softened to d and the feminine ending -atu, which comes from the Arabic tāʾ marbūṭa. The name honours Fāṭima al-Zahrāʾ, the Prophet's ﷺ daughter and one of the most revered women in Islam.
Is Fadimatu a Muslim name?
Yes. Fadimatu is a West African form of Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Fadimatu used?
Common among Fulani and Hausa Muslims in Nigeria, Cameroon and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fadimatu mean?
Fadimatu means 'Form of Fāṭima'. It comes from Hausa / Fulani form of Arabic Fāṭima.
Is Fadimatu a Muslim name?
Yes. Fadimatu is a West African form of Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Fadimatu in Arabic?
Fadimatu is written فاطمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fadimatu?
Fadimatu is pronounced fah-dee-MAH-too.