Fatiha
Fatiha is a Muslim girl name meaning “The opening, the beginning”.
| Meaning | The opening, the beginning |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | فاتحة |
| Pronunciation | FAH-tee-hah |
| Arabic root | ف ت ح (f-t-ḥ) — to open |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fatiha
Fatiha is the feminine form of Fatih and means 'the opening'. It is best known as the name of al-Fātiḥa, the first chapter of the Quran, which Muslims recite in every unit of prayer. As a girl's name it is especially popular in Morocco, Algeria and among North African families in France, where it is often written Fatiha or Fatyha.
Is Fatiha a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatiha is a Muslim name taken from Surat al-Fatiha, the opening chapter of the Quran. It is a long-established girls' name in North Africa.
Is Fatiha in the Quran?
The name refers to Surat al-Fatiha, the opening chapter of the Quran, which begins 'In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful' (Quran 1:1).
Where is the name Fatiha used?
Most common in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia and among the North African diaspora in Europe; also used in Malaysia as Fatihah.
Gifts with the name Fatiha
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Spellings and variants of Fatiha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fatiha mean?
Fatiha means 'The opening, the beginning'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Fatiha a Muslim name?
Yes. Fatiha is a Muslim name taken from Surat al-Fatiha, the opening chapter of the Quran. It is a long-established girls' name in North Africa.
How do you write Fatiha in Arabic?
Fatiha is written فاتحة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fatiha?
Fatiha is pronounced FAH-tee-hah.
Is Fatiha mentioned in the Quran?
The name refers to Surat al-Fatiha, the opening chapter of the Quran, which begins 'In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful' (Quran 1:1).