Fathy
Fathy is a Muslim boy name meaning “Of victory; opening, triumph”.
| Meaning | Of victory; opening, triumph |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فتحي |
| Pronunciation | FAT-hee |
| Arabic root | ف ت ح (f-t-ḥ) — to open, to conquer |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fathy
Fathy (Fatḥī) is formed from fatḥ, opening or victory, with the -ī ending that makes many Egyptian names (Hamdy, Sabry, Helmy). It suggests one connected with success and new beginnings. The Egyptian architect Hassan Fathy, known for his mud-brick villages, is a famous bearer.
Is Fathy a Muslim name?
Yes. Fathy is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victory or opening.
Is Fathy in the Quran?
Its root gives the title of Surah al-Fath: 'Indeed, We have given you a clear victory' (Quran 48:1).
Where is the name Fathy used?
Common in Egypt, Libya and Tunisia; Fethi is the Tunisian and Algerian spelling.
Gifts with the name Fathy
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Spellings and variants of Fathy
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fathy mean?
Fathy means 'Of victory; opening, triumph'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fathy a Muslim name?
Yes. Fathy is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning victory or opening.
How do you write Fathy in Arabic?
Fathy is written فتحي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fathy?
Fathy is pronounced FAT-hee.
Is Fathy mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives the title of Surah al-Fath: 'Indeed, We have given you a clear victory' (Quran 48:1).