Fathia
Fathia is a Muslim girl name meaning “Victory; opening, a new beginning”.
| Meaning | Victory; opening, a new beginning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فتحية |
| Pronunciation | fat-HEE-yah |
| Arabic root | ف ت ح (f-t-ḥ) — to open, to conquer |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fathia
Fathia is a spelling of Fatḥiyya, a feminine name built from fatḥ, opening or victory, with the adjective ending -iyya. It suggests both triumph and a blessed new beginning. The name was especially popular in Egypt and Sudan in the twentieth century, where it is often written Fathia or Fatheya, and it is also used in East Africa, Malaysia and Indonesia.
Is Fathia a Muslim name?
Yes. Fathia is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victory or a new beginning.
Is Fathia in the Quran?
Surah al-Fath begins: 'Indeed, We have given you a clear victory' (Quran 48:1).
Where is the name Fathia used?
Used in Egypt, Sudan, East Africa, Malaysia and Indonesia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fathia mean?
Fathia means 'Victory; opening, a new beginning'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fathia a Muslim name?
Yes. Fathia is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victory or a new beginning.
How do you write Fathia in Arabic?
Fathia is written فتحية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fathia?
Fathia is pronounced fat-HEE-yah.
Is Fathia mentioned in the Quran?
Surah al-Fath begins: 'Indeed, We have given you a clear victory' (Quran 48:1).