Fathiya
Fathiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Victory; opening, beginning”.
| Meaning | Victory; opening, 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 Fathiya
Fathiya is a spelling of Fatḥiyya, a feminine name from fatḥ, victory or opening. It suggests success and a blessed beginning. The name is widely used in Egypt, Sudan and Somalia (where it is often Fadxiya or Fatxiya, since Somali x stands for ḥ).
Is Fathiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Fathiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victory.
Is Fathiya in the Quran?
'When the victory of Allah has come and the conquest (al-fatḥ)' (Quran 110:1).
Where is the name Fathiya used?
Common in Egypt, Sudan, Somalia and Libya.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fathiya mean?
Fathiya means 'Victory; opening, beginning'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fathiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Fathiya is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victory.
How do you write Fathiya in Arabic?
Fathiya is written فتحية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fathiya?
Fathiya is pronounced fat-HEE-yah.
Is Fathiya mentioned in the Quran?
'When the victory of Allah has come and the conquest (al-fatḥ)' (Quran 110:1).