Fadumo
Fadumo is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who weans; one who abstains”.
| Meaning | One who weans; one who abstains |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Fāṭima |
| Arabic spelling | فاطمة |
| Pronunciation | FAA-doo-moh |
| Arabic root | ف ط م (f-ṭ-m) — to wean |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fadumo
Fadumo is the Somali form of Fāṭima. Somali adapted the Arabic sounds to its own system: ṭ became d and the ending shifted to -o, which is typical of Somali women's names such as Caasho (Aisha) and Khadiijo. Like Fatima everywhere, it honours Fāṭima al-Zahrāʾ, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Is Fadumo a Muslim name?
Yes. Fadumo is a Muslim name; it is the Somali form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ daughter.
Where is the name Fadumo used?
One of the most common women's names among Somalis.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fadumo mean?
Fadumo means 'One who weans; one who abstains'. It comes from Somali form of Arabic Fāṭima.
Is Fadumo a Muslim name?
Yes. Fadumo is a Muslim name; it is the Somali form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet's ﷺ daughter.
How do you write Fadumo in Arabic?
Fadumo is written فاطمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fadumo?
Fadumo is pronounced FAA-doo-moh.