Fatemeh
Fatemeh is a Muslim girl name meaning “One who weans; Fatima al-Zahra”.
| Meaning | One who weans; Fatima al-Zahra |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic (Persian spelling of Fāṭima) |
| Arabic spelling | فاطمه |
| Pronunciation | fah-teh-MEH |
| Arabic root | ف ط م (f-ṭ-m) — to wean |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fatemeh
Fatemeh is the Persian pronunciation of Fāṭima, from a root meaning 'to wean'. It honours Fāṭima al-Zahrāʾ, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, wife of ʿAlī and mother of Ḥasan and Ḥusayn, whom the Prophet called the leader of the women of Paradise. In Iran Fatemeh has long been the most common girl's name, often in compounds such as Fatemeh-Zahra.
Is Fatemeh a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatemeh is the Persian form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet's daughter, and one of the most beloved Muslim names.
Where is the name Fatemeh used?
Fatemeh is the usual Iranian form; Fatima and Fatma are used across the Muslim world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fatemeh mean?
Fatemeh means 'One who weans; Fatima al-Zahra'. It comes from Arabic (Persian spelling of Fāṭima).
Is Fatemeh a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatemeh is the Persian form of Fatima, the name of the Prophet's daughter, and one of the most beloved Muslim names.
How do you write Fatemeh in Arabic?
Fatemeh is written فاطمه in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fatemeh?
Fatemeh is pronounced fah-teh-MEH.