Falmata
Falmata is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fatima, daughter of the Prophet”.
| Meaning | Fatima, daughter of the Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Kanuri form of Arabic Fāṭima |
| Arabic spelling | فاطمة |
| Pronunciation | fal-MAH-tah |
| Arabic root | ف ط م (f-ṭ-m) — to wean |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Falmata
Falmata is the Kanuri form of Fāṭima, the name of the Prophet Muhammad's daughter ﷺ and wife of ʿAlī. Kanuri speakers in Borno changed the sounds of the Arabic name to Falmata, and it remains one of the most common women's names in north-eastern Nigeria. Fāṭima is honoured as one of the best women of Paradise.
Is Falmata a Muslim name?
Yes. Falmata is a Muslim name, the Kanuri form of Fāṭima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Falmata used?
Very common among Kanuri Muslims in Borno and Yobe states, Niger, Chad and northern Cameroon.
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Spellings and variants of Falmata
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Falmata mean?
Falmata means 'Fatima, daughter of the Prophet'. It comes from Kanuri form of Arabic Fāṭima.
Is Falmata a Muslim name?
Yes. Falmata is a Muslim name, the Kanuri form of Fāṭima, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Falmata in Arabic?
Falmata is written فاطمة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Falmata?
Falmata is pronounced fal-MAH-tah.